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OVERVIEW
THURSDAY – MARCH 12, 2015
See pages 7-15 for the Youth Day schedule.
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm On-site registration
FRIDAY – MARCH 13
7:00 am - 3:00 pm On-site registration
8:30 - 9:30 am
Opening Rite & Welcome
(Arena)
10:00 - 11:30 am Period 1 Workshops
11:30 - 1:00 pm
LUNCH
11:45 - 12:30 pm Music (Arena)
– John Angotti & Friends
Music (Hall B)
– Jeremy & Ryan
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Period 2 Workshops
3:00 - 4:30 pm
Period 3 Workshops
5:15 pm
Evening Prayer & Liturgies
8:00 pm
Concert (Arena)
– Praise and Worship with
Spirit & Song
Film Showcase 2015
9:00 pm
Rosary: Luminous Mysteries
(Sacred Space)
SATURDAY – MARCH 14
7:30 am - 3:00 pm On-site registration
7:50 am
Morning Praise (Arena)
8:30 am
Keynote Address (Arena)
– Rev. Rick Warren
10:00 - 11:30 am Period 4 Workshops
11:30 - 1:00 pm
LUNCH
11:45 - 12:30 pm Music (Arena)
– Pedro Rubalcava & Friends
Music (Hall B)
– Michael Mangan &
Anne Frawley-Mangan
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Period 5 Workshops
3:00 - 4:30 pm
Period 6 Workshops
5:15 pm
Evening Prayer & Liturgies
8:30 pm
Concert (Arena)
– “The Influence of One Life”
8:30 pm
Sacred Illuminations 2015
9:00 pm
Taizé Prayer
9:00 pm - 12 mid Young Adult Dance (Marriott)
SUNDAY – MARCH 15
8:00 - 11:00 am
On-site registration
8:00 - 9:30 am
Eucharistic Liturgy (Arena)
8:30 am
Morning Address:
English: Diana Macalintal
Spanish: Dra. María Aquino
10:00 - 11:30 am Period 7 Workshops
11:30 - 1:00 pm
LUNCH
11:45 - 12:30 pm Music (Arena)
– David Haas
Music (Hall B)
– Donna Peña, ValLimar
Jansen, Anna Betancourt
& Dolores Gomez
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Period 8 Workshops
3:30 pm
Closing Eucharistic Liturgy
(Arena)
2015 THEME REFLECTION
The theme chosen for Congress 2015 – “See” – flows from the blind man’s extraordinary
encounter in John 9:1-41. Reflecting on this amazing scenario our imaginations are stretched,
we are drawn to see beneath the surface and discover the paradox: the blind man is the one
who sees while the seeing ones are entombed in their own darkness.
Spiritual blindness is at the center of the exchange and the challenge for all to see at a deeper
level, see with the heart as suggested in the following dialog:
“Why is everyone here so happy except me?” asked the disciple.
“Because they have learned to see goodness and beauty everywhere,” said the Master.
“Why don’t I see goodness and beauty everywhere?”
“Because you cannot see outside of you what you fail to see inside.”
God is at work in the world right now performing miracles, sharing life and light. Can we see
God’s wondrous deeds? Are we mindful of God’s presence in all of life, in creation, in joy,
in pain and in struggle? God is there. Where are we? Novelist Paulo Coelho, author of “The
Alchemist” says, “You can become blind by seeing each day as a similar one. Each day is
different; each day brings a miracle of its own.”
We are encouraged then to renew our vision, open up to the life-changing Light of Christ, and
lead others to See anew.
– Sr. Edith Prendergast, RSC
Director, Office of Religious Education
WHAT IS THE RECONGRESS?
The Los Angeles Religious Education Congress is the largest event of its kind in the world. It
has continued its original objective of offering in-service education and spiritual formation to
those in catechetical and related ministries. Though the Religious Education Congress continues to serve religious educators, today it is so much more! Congress now draws in excess of
40,000 participants during this internationally acclaimed four-day event and offers more than
309 workshops covering a vast range of topics from spirituality, music and personal development to biblical studies and catechesis.
Register now for this spirit-filled and enriching weekend! You can use the Registration Form on
the inside back cover or, with the added incentive of using your credit card, you can register
online at www.RECongress.org.
RECONGRESS LOCATION & COST
RECongress is held at the Anaheim Convention Center, located at 800 West Katella Avenue in
Anaheim, Calif., directly south of Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.
COST: The registration fee for Congress covers admission to all events, workshops (tickets are
required), concerts, liturgies and exhibits (name badges required) throughout the three days.
Fees for the Congress days are:
$70 – by January 23, 2015 deadline
$80 – after January 23, 2015
NOTE: If you have not registered online or mailed in your Registration Form by February
25, 2015, please register on site at the Convention Center. Online registration remains opening
through March 15, 2015.
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CONTENTS
2015 LOS ANGELES RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS
SPONSORED BY THE
Archdiocese of Los Angeles, Office of Religious Education
3424 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90010
Web • www.RECongress.org
Email • [email protected]
Info • (213) 637-7346
Register online by credit card at www.RECongress.org
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CONGRESS DAYS:
MARCH 12, 2015 (YOUTH DAY)
MARCH 13-15, 2015
GENERAL INFORMATION
About Congress ...........................................................2-3
Archbishop’s Welcome ....................................................5
Asian/Pacific Events ......................................................23
Congress Co-Coordinators’ Welcome .............................6
Congress Schedule ............................. Inside Front Cover
Convention Center Information.....................................99
Director’s Welcome .........................................................5
Endowment Fund Information ......................................92
Liturgies & Prayer Services ..........................................22
Ralph’s Club Information ..............................................92
Speaker Categories (by topic) .......................................25
Speaker Index (alphabetical) ...........................................4
Workshop Recording Information .................................95
Young Adult Events ......................................................24
YOUTH DAY (March 12)
Associate Director’s Welcome ........................................7
Youth Day Registration Form ...................................... 15
Youth Day Registration Information ............................ 14
Youth Day Schedule .................................................... 8-9
Youth Day Workshop Information ...........................10-13
DAILY EVENTS / ASSEMBLIES
Friday, March 13 .....................................................16-17
Saturday, March 14...................................................18-19
Sunday, March 15 .....................................................20-21
CONGRESS WORKSHOPS
Friday, March 13 ................................................17, 26-43
Saturday, March 14.............................................19, 44-58
Sunday, March 15 ...............................................21, 59-67
SECCIÓN EN ESPAÑOL
Conferencias .............................................................75-86
Eventos ..........................................................................69
Horario del Congreso ....................................................68
Indice ............................................................................73
Información General......................................................87
Informaciones de la Forma de Inscripción ..................100
Mensajes del Arzobispo y de la Directora .....................70
Mensajes de las Coordinadoras .....................................71
Mensaje de la Coordinadora de
Ministerios Catequéticos ...........................................71
EXHIBITORS/TRAVEL/HOTELS INFORMATION
Airport Map ...................................................................90
Airline Tickets Information ...........................................96
Anaheim Map ..........................................................90, 94
Featured Exhibitors ..................................................88-89
Featured Hotels .............................................................93
Hotel & Suites Information ......................................94-95
Shuttle/Transportation Information ..........................90-91
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Continuing Education Credit
– Loyola Marymount University ...............................97
– Mount Saint Mary’s University ..............................98
Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Disabled Services ......................99
Online Information & Registration ...............................92
Parking ..........................................................................99
Registration Form ................................ Inside Back Cover
Registration Form Information....................................100
Request Form for Deaf/Hard of Hearing.....................100
Ticket/Program Book Pick-Up ...................................100
At Congress, be sure to pick up your RECongress
Program Book, which includes:
• Daily schedule, workshops and highlights of RECongress
• Maps to the Anaheim Convention Center, Exhibit Hall A,
hotel workshops and Anaheim-area restaurants
• Exhibitor listings and categories
• Office of Religious Education staff and program offerings
• Tech Center schedule
• Workshop recording form
• Restaurant guide information
• Endowment Fund “Thank You”
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OVERVIEW
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YOUTH DAY
Held on
Thursday, March 12, this
day-long event for high
school youth is an opportunity for students – from
throughout the western
states – to come together
and share in a mix of workshops, liturgies, rallies and
high energy.
(See pages 7-15.)
LITURGIES
Congress
annually offers a number of
ENTERTAINMENT
Admission to Congress
liturgies of different character, including: Australian
Culture, Black Culture, Celtic, Contemplative, Filipino,
Spanish, Tongan, Vietnamese
and Young Adult as well as
evening prayer, and a Taizé
service. (See page 22.)
includes free lunchtime and
evening concerts – ranging
from contemporary Christian
music to today’s leading
Latino composers and artists
– in addition to our Friday
evening Film Showcase, Saturday’s Sacred Illumination
and our Young Adult events
on Saturday.
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ART
EXHIBIT This year
we feature artist, author and
SPEAKERS
Over the
four days, Congress 2015
speaker Brother Mickey
O’Neill McGrath, an Oblate
of St. Francis de Sales. His
work and ministry have been
featured in USA Today and
Catholic newspapers around
the country. In art and text,
Bro. Mickey will illustrate
beautiful and inspiring sayings of Pope Francis.
will offer 309 workshops
presented by 202 speakers,
with topics ranging from
personal growth to music
to spiritual topics – offered
in three languages: English,
Spanish and Vietnamese.
And our featured Keynote
(in English) is on Saturday
with our English and Spanish Addresses on Sunday.
Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
OVERVIEW
home to the Los Angeles
Religious Education Congress since 1970. When the
Los Angeles event made its
way to Anaheim, the city
was still part of the Los
Angeles Archdiocese. On
June 18, 1976, Pope Paul VI
established the Diocese of
Orange with Bishop William
Johnson installed as its first
bishop.
General Info
ANAHEIM
The Anaheim
Convention Center has been
SACRED SPACE
HALL
EVENTS The
Exhibit Hall is one of the
Discover the quiet amid the
chaos of Congress. On the
third floor of the Convention
Center you can find a chapel,
the Sacrament of Reconciliation and a Labyrinth. Come
and get away with music
liveliest locations at Congress. Be sure to check
out what is going on in
the ORE Booth throughout the weekend. The
adjacent Tech Center is
the location for Friday’s
Congress Chat (pictured) with Archbishop
José Gomez, and for SiriusXM Radio’s “Busted
Halo” live broadcast.
(Exhibit Hall A)
FILM
SHOWCASE
The annual Film Showcase,
SACRED
ILLUMINATIONS
A perennial feature at Congress is
in partnership with Loyola
Marymount University, presents excerpts from a number
of feature films, shorts, documentaries, experimental and
animated films, whose thematic elements are grounded
in Catholic social teaching,
justice, ministry, spirituality
and theology.
(Friday evening)
Sacred Illuminations, a mystical choreography of light and sound. Incorporating her newest liturgical and fine
art photography and reflections, Sr.
Rose Marie Tulacz, SND, will bring
us deeper in surrender to the care and
to the heart of God. Come reflect and
pray. (Saturday evening.)
EXHIBIT HALL
One
of the perks of registering
for Congress is the Exhibit
Hall – showcasing over
250 companies as exhibitors ranging from religious
art to music, from publishing houses to educational
institutions, in addition to
a variety of Los Angeles
archdiocesan ministries.
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SPEAKER INDEX
Aguilera-Titus, Alejandro ................. 3-51*, 4-51*
Aljentera, Clarissa Valbuena ........... 1-01, 4-01
Allen Jr., John .................................. 5-01*, 7-01*
Alonso, Tony .................................... 2-01, 5-07
Amore, Mary .................................... 1-02, 8-01
Anderle, Donna................................ 5-02*
Angotti, John.................................... 7-18*
Angrisano, Steve ............................. 3-01*, 6-01*
Angulo, Katherine ............................ YD, 1-51*
Aquino, Dr. Maria Pilar..................... 5-51*, Key*
Ash, Laura ....................................... 2-03*
Augustine, Dr. Ansel ........................ YD, 1-03*
Bagladi, Lisa .................................... 2-02
Bañuelas, Msgr. Arturo .................... 3-52*, 5-03*
Bazyouros, Fr. Christopher .............. 7-02*
Bazyouros, Joseph .......................... 7-02*
Beckman, Betsey............................. 2-03*, 5-07*
Benavides, Luis ............................... 6-51*, 7-51*
Bergant, Sr. Dianne ......................... 4-02*, 6-02*
Bielski, Mary .................................... YD
Birmingham, Mary ........................... 6-03*, 8-02*
Boyle, Rev. Gregory ........................ YD, 4-23*,
..................................................... 5-04*
Bravo Perez, Rev. Benjamín ........... 3-53*, 5-52*
Broemmelsiek, Michele ................... 5-05*, 7-03*
Brown, Grayson Warren .................. 4-03*, 8-03*
Bryant, Sr. Kathleen......................... 6-04*
Bullivant, Dr. Stephen ...................... 6-05*, 8-04*
Burland, John .................................. 2-04*, 5-06*
Burns, Sr. Helena ............................ YD
Calderón, Rev. Juan Luis ................ 1-52, 6-52
Camille, Alice ................................... 3-02*, 8-05*
Cano Valero, Julia ........................... 3-54*, 6-53*
Carotta, Dr. Michael ......................... 2-05*, 5-08*
Chávez Sánchez, Mons. Eduardo ... 3-55*, 5-53*
Chinn, Andrew ................................. 1-24*, 6-06*
Clarke, Rev. James ......................... 7-04*
Collins, Rev. Christopher ................. 3-03*, 8-06*
Corcoran, Thomas ........................... 1-27, 4-27
Cotter, Jeanne ................................. 5-07
Cotter, Michael................................. 5-07
Curran, Richard ............................... 1-04*, 6-07*
Cusick, Rev. John C. ....................... 2-06*, 6-08*
de Blas Saéz, Fr. Mariano ............... 6-54*, 8-51*
Deck, Rev. Allan .............................. 2-52*
Dell’Oro, Dr. Roberto ....................... 4-04*, 7-52*
DeVries, Dr. Katherine ..................... 3-22*, 5-09*
DiLallo, Frank .................................. 1-05*, 5-10*
East, Msgr. Raymond ...................... 7-05*
East, Tom......................................... 3-04*, 6-09*
Eipers, Carole .................................. 1-06
Ellair, Steven.................................... 3-05*, 7-06*
Espín, Dr. Orlando ........................... 7-53*
Fabing, Fr. Robert............................ 1-07
Farrell, Mike ..................................... 4-23*
Fernandez, Rev. Eduardo................ 1-53*, 4-52*,
..................................................... 7-07
Fernandez, Santiago ....................... 2-51, 4-15
Finke, Rudolf ................................... 5-54*
Fish, Fr. Michael .............................. 3-06*
Fitzmaurice, Arthur .......................... 3-07*, 6-10*
Flecha, Rev. José-Román ............... 1-54*, 7-54*
Flores, Theresa ............................... 3-08*, 5-11*
Florian, Amy..................................... 2-07*, 8-07*
Foley, Rev. Edward .......................... 5-12, 7-08
Fragomeni, Fr. Richard .................... 2-08*, 4-05*
Frawley-Mangan, Anne.................... 1-08*, 2-19*
Freeburg, Sr. Paule ......................... 3-09*
Frias, Luz Elena............................... 5-57*
Friedt, Dan ....................................... 2-09*, 6-11*
Gaillardetz, Dr. Richard ................... 1-09*, 5-13*
Galea, Fr. Robert ............................. YD, 7-09*
Galipeau, Dr. Jerry........................... 3-10*
Galvin, Fr. Garrett ............................ 7-10*
Garcia-Mina Freire, Ana .................. 2-53*, 4-53*
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ALPHABETICAL WITH WORKSHOP SESSIONS
CONGRESS SPEAKERS
Workshops are designated by two numbers separated by a dash. The first
number indicates the period; the number after the dash is the workshop number. Workshop numbers -01 to -30 are in
English; -50 to -58 are in Spanish; and
-70 is in Vietnamese. “YD” denotes a
Youth Day workshop. “Key” indicates the
Saturday Keynote or Sunday morning addresses.
You can check our site on the Web at
www.RECongress.org for updates – or
sign up for our Emailing Updates filled with
important information.
and (*) indicate recorded sessions
Gasper, Diane.................................. 2-10*
Gittins, Fr. Anthony J. ...................... 5-14*, 8-09*
Gordon, Dr. Greer ............................ 3-11, 7-11
Groome, Dr. Thomas H. .................. 3-12*, 4-06*
Guffey, Rev. David ........................... 1-10*
Haas, David ..................................... 3-13, 4-07
Hall, Darrell ...................................... 6-12*, 7-12*
Hart, Mark ........................................ 3-14*, 4-08*
Hart, Sarah ...................................... 3-15*, 5-16*
Haugen, Marty ................................. 6-13
Hendey, Lisa .................................... 2-11*, 5-17*
Hernandez, Hna. Glenda Valeska ... 6-55*, 8-52*
Hershey, Rev. Terry ......................... 1-11*, 4-09*
Ho, Fr. Viet Peter ............................. 4-70*
Hoover, Brett.................................... 8-53*
Horan, Fr. Daniel ............................. 4-10*, 8-08*
Huebsch, Bill.................................... 1-12*, 4-11*
Hurd, Bob ........................................ 7-13
Hurley, Rev. John ............................ 5-15*, 8-10*
Hy, Prof. Le Xuan ............................ 3-70, 8-70
Jansen, ValLimar ............................. 2-12*, 5-16*
Jezreel, Jack.................................... 3-16, 5-18
Jones, Richard Alan......................... 1-55*, 8-11*
Just, Rev. Felix ................................ 2-13*
Kelly, Matthew ................................. 1-13, 4-12
Kempf, Fr. Joseph ........................... 2-14*, 4-13*
Kendzia, Tom ................................... 4-15
Kennedy, Rev. Michael .................... 8-12*
Kramer, Kyle .................................... 2-15*, 5-19*
Lawton, Liam ................................... 3-17, 5-07
Leal, Douglas................................... 7-14*
Leonard, Fr. Richard ........................ 1-14, 4-14
Lopez, Sergio .................................. YD
López, Rev. Pedro ........................... 2-54*
Lotker, Rabbi Michael ...................... 1-15*
Mac Cárthaigh, Lir ........................... 2-16*, 7-15*
Macalintal, Diana ............................. 2-17*, Key*
Mahony, Cardinal Roger .................. 4-16*
Mallon, Fr. James ............................ 2-18*, 4-17*
Malone, Rev. Matthew ..................... 3-18*, 8-13*
Manalo, Rev. Ricky .......................... 8-14
Mangan, Michael ............................. 2-19*, 8-15*
Manibusan, Jesse............................ 7-16*
Martin, Rev. James .......................... 2-20*, 6-14*
Massingale, Rev. Bryan ................... 3-19*, 5-20*
Matovina, Dr. Timothy ...................... 4-54*, 6-15*
McCarty, Maggie.............................. 8-16*
McCarty, Robert............................... 4-18*, 8-16*
McCormack, Dr. Patricia .................. 3-20*, 5-21*
McCorquodale, Charlotte................. 4-19*, 8-17*
McDonald, Judy ............................... YD, 7-17*
McGrath, Bro. Michael O’Neill ......... 7-18*
McKenna, Dr. Megan ....................... 1-16*, 5-22*
McMahon, Archbishop Malcolm....... 2-21*
Medina, Dr. Jose Antonio................. 6-56*, 8-54*
Miles, Ted ........................................ YD, 8-18*
Milewska, Ela................................... 2-23*
Montenegro, Juan Carlos ................ 2-55*
Moreno, Rafael ................................ 5-55
Morris, Rev. Jonathan...................... 1-17*, 5-23*
Neeley, Rev. Peter ........................... 6-57*, 7-55*
Nelson-Johnson, Terry..................... 6-16*, 7-19*
Nguyen, Fr. Hung Viet ..................... 3-70, 8-70
Nguyen, Fr. Hy................................. 1-70*, 6-70*
Nguyen, Paul ................................... 5-70
Ospino, Dr. Hosffman ...................... 3-56*, 4-20*
Padgett, Chris .................................. YD
Paprocki, Joe ................................... 1-18*
Patalinghug, Rev. Leo ..................... YD, 1-19
Patin, Mike ....................................... YD, 2-22*
Perez, Giovanni ............................... 5-57*
Perron, Bob ..................................... YD, 1-20*
Petitfils, Roy..................................... 3-21*, 6-17*
Pineda-Madrid, Dr. Nancy ............... 1-53*, 7-07*
Ponnet, Fr. Chris.............................. 6-10*
Portillo, William ................................ 2-56*
Prejean, Katie .................................. YD, 1-21*
Prete, Mary ...................................... 3-22*
Quinlan, Thomas ............................. 8-19*
Rayas, Dr. Verónica ......................... 4-55*, 8-55*
Recinella, Dale ................................ 3-23*, 6-18*
Recinella, Susan.............................. 3-23*, 6-18*
Reese, Fr. Thomas .......................... 3-24, 7-20
Reid, Sr. Barbara ............................. 4-21*, 5-24*
Ricard, Fr. R. Tony ........................... 6-19*, 7-21*
Rodriguez, Rev. Domingo................ 1-56*, 4-56*
Rolheiser, Fr. Ronald ....................... 1-22*, 4-22*
Rubalcava, Pedro ............................ 2-02
Saju, Juan Pablo ............................. 4-57*, 8-56*
Scally, Anna ..................................... 3-25*
Schmisek, Dr. Brian ......................... 2-24*, 6-20*
Scirghi, Rev. Thomas ...................... 2-25*, 6-21*
Sedano, María ................................. 1-57*
Shea, John ...................................... 4-24*, 6-22*
Siller Acuña, Rev. Clodomiro ........... 2-57*, 8-57*
Smith, Rt. Rev. Alexei ...................... 5-27*
Smith-Christopher, Dr. Daniel .......... 1-23*, 8-20*
Spitzer, Rev. Robert......................... 3-26*, 7-22*
Stauring, Javier................................ 4-23*
Stenzel, Pam ................................... 2-26*, 7-23*
Sutton, Deacon Lawrence ............... 3-27*, 5-25*
Theisen, Michael ............................. 4-25*, 5-26*
Turk, Jihad ....................................... 5-27*, 8-21*
Valenzuela, Victor ............................ 3-57*, 6-23*
Valladares Paguago, Sr. Xiskya ...... 5-56*, 7-56*
Van Dat, Bishop Cosma Hoàng ....... 2-70*, 7-70*
Vega, Ernesto .................................. 3-58*
Vega, Fr. Richard ............................. 8-58*
Wahl, James .................................... 1-24*
Walker, Christopher ......................... 3-09*, 6-24*
Walther, Ben .................................... 8-18*
Warren, Pastor Rick ........................ Key*
Webb, Tracy .................................... 1-25*
Weber, Kerry.................................... 6-25*
Weber, Matthew............................... 8-22*
Wells, David..................................... 2-27*, 8-23*
Wenc, Char...................................... 1-26*, 6-26*
West, John....................................... 4-26*
Weston, Rev. Thomas ..................... 1-28*, 8-24*
White, Ana Arista ............................. 2-28, 7-24
White, Joseph .................................. 2-28, 7-24
White, Fr. Michael ............................ 1-27, 4-27
White, Dr. C. Vanessa ..................... 6-27*, 8-25*
Wicks, Dr. Robert............................. 4-28
Wilson, Dionne ................................ 4-23*
Yzaguirre, John ............................... 4-58*, 7-25*
Zanotto, Rev. Luigi........................... 6-58*, 7-57*
Zaragoza, Bro. Rufino ..................... 5-70
Zuniga, Douglas .............................. 5-57*
Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
WELCOME
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Welcome to Congress 2015! I am happy you have chosen to join us to take this opportunity to know
Jesus better, and to grow in your faith.
The theme for this year’s Congress, “SEE,” is taken from the beautiful story in St. John’s Gospel about
the blind man who is healed and also receives the gift of faith.
Pope Francis, speaking of this passage, says it is the story of our lives, too. We too, he says, must
“open ourselves to the light of Christ in order to bear fruit in our lives ... so that, as St. Paul reminds
us, we may act as ‘children of light,’ with humility, patience and mercy.”
I pray that your participation in these days of formation, fellowship, prayer, and worship will deepen
your understanding of our Catholic faith and enrich your relationship with Jesus Christ, so that He
may be always the center of your lives and ministry.
I entrust our time together to the Blessed Virgin Mary and ask God to bless you abundantly throughout this weekend.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend José H. Gomez
Archbishop of Los Angeles
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR
Dear Friends,
Once again it is my privilege and joy to extend to you a heartfelt welcome to Congress 2015. Each
year you bless us with your presence, your enthusiasm and your ongoing commitment to share
the Good News of our rich Catholic story and traditions.
The theme chosen for Congress 2015 – “See” – inspired by the blind man’s extraordinary encounter with Jesus (John 9:1-41) challenges us to See anew, to peer beneath the surface and see more
deeply and broadly. We are invited to open wide not only our physical eyes, but also the eyes of the
heart, the eyes of our memory and perceive God’s presence in all of life, in joy, in pain, in struggle.
The amazing and ever-growing variety of workshops, liturgies, entertainment opportunities and
resources provided throughout the weekend are wells of enrichment and spiritual growth for you
and for your communities of faith. Come and be inspired, stretched and renewed by the wisdom
and the insights shared by national and international speakers.
In the midst of the many activities offered, there is also the opportunity to spend time the quiet
atmosphere of Sacred Space, walk the Labyrinth, linger in the art exhibit area and avail of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Again, I thank you for your gracious support, your openness to the life-changing light of Christ as
you lead others to SEE the wonders of God’s healing presence.
I look forward to greeting you at Congress 2015.
Sincerely,
Sr. Edith Prendergast
Director of Religious Education
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
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General Info
A MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHBISHOP
WELCOME
A MESSAGE FROM THE CONGRESS COORDINATORS
Dear Friends:
As Co-Coordinators, we have the tremendous joy of welcoming you to the 2015 Religious Education
Congress, with our theme, “See” / “Ver.”
Our weekend promises to be rewarding and enriching, beginning with the vitality of Youth Day, and
continuing through the weekend with a variety of opportunities for enrichment. As always, Congress is a
wonderful opportunity to renew friendships and meet new people from all over the world at this international gathering. Be sure to spend time in the Exhibit Hall, which offers a significant variety of resources
and company representatives on hand for personalized service.
Workshop descriptions and event listings, housing information, mail-in and online registration instructions are included in this Registration Guidebook and updated regularly on our web site at www.
RECongress.org. Additional information can be obtained by email at [email protected] or
by calling the Congress Office at (213) 637-7346.
If you know of others whom you feel may be enriched by participating in Congress, please do share
with them your experience of Congress and extend a personal invitation to them to join you for the
weekend. We would love to see them!
For those who are not able to join us in Anaheim, remember that our event can be viewed via our live
stream at www.RECognress.org/Live.
We look forward to being with you soon, as we together make it our mission to be people who see more
clearly and recognize God’s presence ever more deeply, in our daily encounters with one another.
Paulette Smith
Associate Director & Event Coordinator
Jan Pedroza
Program Coordinator
THE EARLY HISTORY OF CONGRESS
The origins of the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress spring from the
Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, popularly known as CCD, a ministry that actually began in Los Angeles in 1922 under Bishop John Cantwell. Over the years,
the number of students in the program grew and by 1937 the program was so
successful that a full-time director was needed to run the Confraternity of Christian
Doctrine.
In 1956, the first CCD “institute” was held for teachers and catechists of the program. Some 500 attended the two-day conference at Mount Carmel High School
on Hoover Street in Los Angeles. In 1957, the event at Bishop Conaty Catholic
Girls High School saw attendance double. In subsequent years, attendance continued to increase at Loyola University; and culminated with over 4,000 attending the
event at Immaculate Heart College by 1960.
In 1967, with the cooperation of the dioceses of Monterey-Fresno and San Diego,
the agenda for the first three-day “Congress” was set. The purpose was “to provide
an atmosphere of Christian unity...for the benefit of each and the common good of
all mankind.” It was January 13-15, 1967 that the first “Southern California Confraternity Congress” was held at the LAX-area International Hotel. In 1971, the
first Youth Rally was held, which set the model for today’s Youth Day.
1963 – At this “pre-Congress” Institute, 5,000 catechists
were enrolled in workshops held at Immaculate Heart
College in Los Angeles.
Today, the Religious Education Congress supports the diverse needs of parish
leaders as well as sessions of benefit to families and for personal growth. Our last
event, held March 13 (Youth Day) and March 14-16, 2014, had over 39,223 in attendance, with 205 speakers presenting 338 workshops in three languages (English, Spanish and Vietnamese), and with 21,676 registered for Congress. Youth
Day attendance was 15,013. Our Exhibit Hall had 490 booths with 1,426 representatives from 226 different companies and organizations.
Read about the Congress Milestones online at www.RECongress.org/ccd-rec.htm
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1974 – The Closing Liturgy in the Anaheim Arena at the
1974 Congress, with the theme “Jesus, Others, You.”
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A MESSAGE FROM THE YOUTH DAY COORDINATOR
Dear Friends,
Youth Day is being planned from beginning to end by a committee comprised of adults and young
people from across the Archdiocese who are joyfully sharing their gifts and talking about the Good
News. The team is planning an energetic, exciting and faith-filled day for everyone. They invite you
to “Talk Jesus with Me” on social media. The handle is @LAYouthDay across all platforms and use
the following hashtags: #TalkJesusWithMe, #ShoutItOut, #LAYouthDay. The dialogue is live on
social media; join the conversation today.
The following pages in this Guidebook offer information on how to prepare young people for the
day, as well as instructions for registration and information about opportunities for young people
and adults to get involved. Please remember that you can register for Youth Day online or through
the mail. When registering for the day, make sure to select a track and remember the schedule
for the track you selected. Note that our liturgy times have changed for both tracks. I encourage
you to frequently visit our website www.RECongress.org/YD where you will find the most current
information about the day and resources for engaging young people through social media leading up
to, during and even after Youth Day.
Our team looks forward to celebrating with you at Youth Day 2015. Thank you for your willingness to
share this great day with young people from your parish and school. As you prepare, remember to
find opportunities to “Talk Jesus with Me” especially with the young people you minister to and with.
Christina Lamas
Associate Director
Office of Religious Education
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH
Want more than just to attend the day? Check our site at www.RECongress.org/YD
for more info and all the ways you can be more invoved at Youth Day 2015.
SPIRIT SQUAD – We are looking for a team of high-energy, dynamic, high school
aged youth, to be part of our Spirit Squad! The Spirit Squad will be used throughout
the day to pump up the crowd with games and chants, promote the theme, help direct
attention to social media, and transition participants from events throughout the day.
Youth Day
It is with great joy that I invite you to register for Youth Day 2015 – a day
that brings young people together, engages them in their faith and allows
them to experience the larger Church. At Youth Day, there are many
opportunities to celebrate and witness the richness of our Catholic faith,
to share our stories and to experience God’s bountiful love. Additionally,
we will have the chance to deepen our encounter with Christ through
Eucharistic liturgies, workshops, rallies and much more. Youth Day is not
only about the experience; it is also about each of us being called to share
what we receive with as many people as possible: our friends, our family,
and even people we may not know yet. As expressed in the reflection below, our theme “Talk Jesus
with Me” calls us to fulfill Pope Francis’ vision of missionary discipleship.
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SOCIAL MEDIA – Are you good with social media? Do you have a passion to
#spreadtheGospel using social media? #LAYouthDay needs you! We are looking for
a team of high school aged youth to help us populate our social media platforms the
day of L.A. Youth Day.
YOUTH DAY EMCEE – Youth Day is looking for young people to introduce speakers and help with rallies. Do you like performing in front of large crowds? Do you
like to help others have a good time? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then
come be part of this great day!
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES – Youth Day 2015 is looking for high school aged youth
to serve as ushers and Extraordinary Ministers of Communion, and musicians to sing
and play in the archdiocesan Choir & Band for the liturgies.
YOUTH DAY RALLY – Do you love to sing? Are you a person who can speak in
front of a large group of teens? We would love to have teens be part of the Youth Day
Rally!
TRAINING DAY – January 3, 2015 at Holy Family in South Pasadena, Calif.
Find additional information and online registration at www.RECongress.org/YD
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YOUTH DAY
MARCH 12, 2015
PREPARING FOR THE DAY
TRACK 1
8:00 AM – ARENA RALLY
For those registered for Track 1, the excitement of
Youth Day 2015 begins in the Arena with an energetic
Rally. Jeremy and Ryan will be
on hand to get the day started with
music, followed by young people
from the Los Angeles Archdiocese
leading us in prayer and other fun
activities throughout the morning.
ARENA EUCHARISTIC LITURGY
Track 1 participants will participate in a Spirit-filled
liturgy with Archbishop José
Gomez presiding. The music will be
led by an Archdiocesan Youth Choir
under the direction of Ed Archer
from Our Lady of Perpetual Help in
Santa Clarita. (Please note that this
liturgy will begin at approximately
8:30 am.)
ARENA WORKSHOP
Immediately following the liturgy, Track 1 participants
will remain in the Arena for our
featured speaker, Fr. Greg Boyle.
He will explore ways of finding God
in the world.
11:45 AM – LUNCH
Following the Arena Workshop,
Track 1 participants are invited
to enjoy lunch with old and new friends. There will
be many places inside and outside the Convention
Center for purchasing food.
1:00 PM – CONVENTION WORKSHOPS
Track 1 participants will be able to attend one of the
12 workshops offered to inspire and challenge them
in new ways. These workshops are held in the meeting rooms throughout the Convention Center. We
suggest that you share the list of speakers with your
young people and allow them to choose (in groups of
10 with a chaperone) those topics that interest them.
Please review the offerings on the following pages.
2:30 PM – CLOSING SESSIONS
Youth Day 2015 ends for Track 1
participants with energetic Closing
Sessions in either the Convention Center Ballroom or Hall B.
Musical artists Ike Ndolo and The
Jacob and Matthew Band will be
performing for these events.
Young people from across the
Archdiocese and beyond will also
be helping us to close out our
day with much excitement.
3:45 PM – DISMISSAL
After being reminded to “Talk Jesus with Me” every
day and everywhere – in our parishes, our schools,
our homes, and the entire world – participants will be
sent out to be missionary disciples.
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YOUTH DAY 2015 LITURGICAL READINGS
Youth Day 2015 takes place on Thursday of the Third Week of Lent. We hope you will
use the readings of the day as you prepare young people for the event:
First Reading: 1 Jeremiah 7:23-28
Responsorial Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9
Gospel: Luke 11:14-23
REFLECTING ON THE THEME
“TALK JESUS WITH ME!”
Our theme, “Talk Jesus with Me,” may surprise
you, but not the youth who read, wrestled with
and reflected upon the readings of the day. These
young people made a strong appeal for a theme
that resonated with meeting Christ in the context of
their world, their life experiences and what they are
hearing and seeing. It was definitely a challenge that
awakened the adults in the room. Yet, it was also a
great opportunity to dialogue “Talk Jesus with Me,”
to meet young people where they are and to journey with them.
Our theme becomes ever more important as we realize how challenging and complicated the world that our young people experience today. This is the reality of young people
in schools, at home, on social media and in popular culture. It makes it difficult for them
to focus upon the voice of God in the midst of such a noisy world.
In the readings, we hear many action verbs that express speaking and listening. Phrases
such as “listen to my voice,” “hear his voice,” “the mute man spoke” appear many times,
each requiring a response. In the same way, the voice of our loving God is shouting to
today’s young people, awaiting their response. As individuals working with young people,
we are challenged to guide them and help them to focus upon and respond to God’s
voice. Therefore, it is crucial that we spend time understanding the world of our youth,
dialoguing with them about Christ, and encouraging them to carry on the conversation
with others in words and deeds.
Our theme also invites us to look within ourselves and to share the Good News with
others. Every day we are presented with many opportunities to share Christ’s love. Are
we acting on this invitation, or simply passively listening? I invite you to join us in taking
our theme “Talk Jesus with Me” to an even higher level. Let us connect our lives with the
Gospel and share it with others. Together we can take steps to fulfill Pope Francis’ vision
of young people as “street preachers (callejeros de la fe); joyfully bringing Jesus to every
street, every town square and every corner of the earth!” (Evangelii Gaudium,106).
We hope this day will encourage every participant to “Talk Jesus with Me” every day and
everywhere!
ADULT VOLUNTEERS
SUPPORTING OTHERS
The Youth Day staff invites any adult not
chaperoning a parish or school group to
be a volunteer for our event. Youth Day
volunteers are assigned to a variety of positions throughout the day. This is a great way
to experience Youth Day without the duties
of being a chaperone – and to enjoy our
event for free. To volunteer for Youth Day
2015, an adult needs to have been trained
in accordance with their Diocesan Youth
Protection policies and have had the appropriate diocesan required background check.
Please contact your Diocesan Youth Ministry
Office to find out more details about your
required programs. For more information
about volunteering or to submit your name
to be part of our team, please contact Erin
Avila at [email protected] or at (559)
259-8232. Come join the fun! We need you.
In an effort to enhance the work of the
Office of Religious Education in developing youth leaders across the Los Angeles
Archdiocese and to support the work of
other key organizations, there will be a
collection during liturgies at Youth Day.
We will use some of this money to help
young people who need assistance to attend programs at the local, regional and
national levels. We also share part of the
collection with a different organization
each year, and for 2015 we have chosen
Homeboy Industries (www.homeboyindustries.org). We ask that you share
this information with participants coming
to Youth Day and emphasize how their
contributions can continue the formation,
education and quality of life for others.
Thank you in advance!
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“TALK JESUS WITH ME!”
YOUTH DAY
TRACK 2
8:00 AM – OPENING SESSIONS
9:30 AM – CONVENTION WORKSHOPS
After the Opening Sessions, Track 2 participants will be
able to attend one of the 12 workshops offered in the
Convention Center meeting rooms. We suggest that
you share the list of speakers with your young people
and allow them to choose (in groups of 10 with a chaperone) those topics that interest them. You can find the
listing on the following pages.
YOUTH DAY THEME SONG
11:00 AM – LUNCH
You can find our Youth Day 2015 theme song online and available to download at www.
JeremyAndRyan.com.
Following the workshops, Track 2 participants are
invited to enjoy lunch; there are places throughout the
Convention Center for purchasing food. The Arena will
open for Track 2 participants at 11:45 am. Everyone will
need to enter through the main Arena glass doors near
the fountain. Enjoy lunch, there are seats for everyone!
YOUTH DAY APP
Keep watch our our web site for the Youth Day app for iPhone and
iPod Touch. With this app, you can stay up-to-date with all Youth
Day speakers, musicians and performers by following them on
Twitter, viewing their websites, and even finding them on Facebook.
Youth Day is much more than just a one-day experience and this
app will allow you to keep with you what each speaker and musician says long after the day is over.
REGISTERING FOR THE DAY
All high school students (9th-12th grades ONLY) are invited to register for Youth Day.
Students must register with an adult chaperone, who must attend with the group. Two
adult chaperones must accompany the first group of 1-10 youth and then one additional
adult must be added with each additional group of 1-10 youth. Chaperones are required
to stay with their group throughout the entire day. Each group chooses Track 1 or Track
2 (Arena access allowed only during assigned times) and then selects the Convention
Center workshop of their choice. Convention Center workshops will be offered twice –
once in the morning and once in the afternoon – so everyone gets a chance to participate.
We try to accommodate first choices for workshops, but sometimes they fill up and we
must move you to your second choice.
NOTE: YOUTH DAY OFTEN FILLS UP BEFORE THE FEE INCREASE ON January
23. Please understand that there is limited seating for the event. If Youth Day fills to
capacity prior to the January cut-off date, we will close the day and return your registration. Please try to register as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience this
may cause, but please understand that there are no exceptions.
Remember, there are two tracks to Youth Day and every group must choose one. This
allows every participant to experience all Arena activities while still giving everyone the
chance to hear two workshops (one is automatically chosen for you when you are in
the Arena). To enter into the Arena for either Track 1 or Track 2, please line up and use
the doors nearest the Hilton Hotel. We allow the exact number of participants as there
are seats in the Arena. So please know that there will be room for everyone. Your name
badge will make it clear as to which track you have been assigned. We ask you to not
go to the Arena until your assigned track. Lastly, please remember that we will clear out
the Arena at mid-day and no one is allowed to stay in that space.
Find additional information and online registration at www.RECongress.org/YD
12:15 PM – ARENA RALLY
For Track 2, the excitement of Youth
Day continues in the Arena with an energetic Rally. Jeremy and Ryan will be
on hand to get everyone energized, followed by young people from the Archdiocese leading us in prayer and other
fun activities throughout the afternoon.
ARENA EUCHARISTIC LITURGY
Track 2 participants will participate with a Spirit-filled
liturgy presided by our own Los Angeles Archbishop
José Gomez. The music will be led
by an Archdiocesan Youth Choir and
instrumentalists under the direction of
Ed Archer from Our Lady of Perpetual
Help in Santa Clarita. (Please note that
this liturgy will begin at approximately
12:45 pm.)
ARENA WORKSHOP
Immediately following the liturgy, Track
2 participants will remain in the Arena
for our featured speaker, Fr. Greg
Boyle. He will explore ways of finding
God in the world.
3:45 PM – DISMISSAL
After being reminded to “Talk Jesus with Me” every day
and everywhere – in our parishes, our schools, our
homes, and the entire world – participants will be sent
out to be missionary disciples.
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Youth Day
For those who register for Track 2, the
excitement of Youth Day 2015 begins
with the opportunity to experience one
of two energetic Opening Sessions offered in the Convention Center: Hall B
will welcome Ike Ndolo; the third-floor
Ballroom will host The Jacob and
Matthew Band. Young people
from across the Archdiocese will
also be part of these great events.
Groups are welcome to attend either of these high-energy sessions
– you get to choose that day!
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THE KINSHIP OF GOD
This workshop will explore what “being in the world”
means, and where we can find God in the world – in
compassion and loving kindness. Fr. Greg Boyle will
reflect on the sacredness of life through the lens of
Ignatian spirituality, drawn from more than 30 years
of work with formerly gang-involved and previously
incarcerated men and women in Los Angeles.
Rev. Greg Boyle, SJ
Fr. Greg Boyle is founder and Executive
Director of Homeboy Industries, the largest
gang rehabilitation program in the United
States. The native Angeleno was ordained
a Jesuit priest and transformed by his work
in Bolivia, Mexico and Folsom State Prison
in California. It was in the Boyle Heights community of Los
Angeles that Fr. Boyle started Homeboy Industries. He is author of the New York Times best-selling book, “Tattoos on the
Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion.”
A BRINGING CHRIST TO YOUR FAMILY
Is Christ part of your life? Do you live out your Catholic
faith? Do you try to share and involve your faith with your
family? The New Evangelization challenges teens to work
together and empower their families to proclaim Christ’s
love and mercy to the world. Come and explore new ways
in which you can become a disciple who comfortably
shares the joy of your Catholic faith with your family.
Katherine Angulo
Born in Mexico and raised in Bogota, Colombia,
Katherine Angulo is fluent in English, Spanish
and French. She has over 14 years of experience
in youth, campus ministry and religious education in the dioceses of Richmond, Va.; Knoxville,
Tenn.; and Miami. Angulo is presently on staff at
the Department of Catholic Formation and Evangelization as Director of Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Raleigh,
N.C. She has presented at both local and national events, and has
been a trainer at the Youth Leadership Institute for the Diocese of
Knoxville, Tenn.
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REAL TALK: THE POWER OF PRAYER
In this workshop, we will look at the importance of prayer:
communicating with God. Why do we find it hard to pray
at times? What can we do when we know we need to pray
but don’t know how? How do we handle the times when it
seems like God is not listening to our prayers? How do we
wait on Him?
Dr. Ansel Augustine
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Youth Day
Dr. Ansel Augustine has worked in ministry for
over 15 years around the country and in his hometown of New Orleans, La., where he is Director
for the Office of Black Catholic Ministries for the
New Orleans Archdiocese and serves on the faculty at the Institute for Black Catholic Studies at
Xavier University of Louisiana. Dr. Augustine, who also serves on
the board for the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry,
has presented at various national conferences and has written for
several publications related to ministry.
THE TRUTH ABOUT LOVE, SEX AND RELATIONSHIPS
This session presents the two hottest topics on the planet
for teens: God and sex. Focusing on the virtue of chastity
as being more than just “no sex,” this talk exposes the lies
the world offers regarding relationships and sex, and points
to a deeper truth of authentic love found in Christ. Through
funny stories and compelling witness, Mary Bielski presents a message of hope for purity and freedom found in the
power of Jesus.
Mary Bielski
Born in Indianapolis, Mary Bielski lived her passion through youth ministry. In 2006 she founded
ALL4HIM Ministries and three years later left her
pharmaceutical sales job to immerse herself in
full-time ministry. With 15 years of experience in
youth ministry and 12 years as a national speaker,
Bielski has spoken to over 75,000 teens and adults around the nation at high schools and young adult retreats, from major national
youth conferences to parish and diocesan rallies.
D DIGITAL CATHOLICS
Our world is increasingly a media world. But, are you perfectly happy with the way you use media, the way your
friends and family use media? How can we live Catholic in
a digital world? How do we make media work for us and
not against us? How can we be more Christ-like on social
media? Ever wish you could just unplug? Where’s God in
a wired world? Technology doesn’t make us civilized – the
way we use it does.
Sr. Helena Burns, fsp
Sr. Helena Burns, a member of the Daughters of St.
Paul, is a movie reviewer for Life Teen, writer-director of the documentary on the life of Blessed Fr.
James Alberione, founder of the Daughters of St.
Paul, and a co-producer on www.The40Film.com.
She is also on the vocation team of the Daughters
of St. Paul. Sr. Burns has presented media literacy talks and seminars
since the ’90s, and since 2006 she has presented Theology of the Body
talks to teens and adults across the United States and Canada.
Find additional information and online registration at www.RECongress.org/YD
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DO IT SCARED!
For too long we have let fear stop us from reaching our
God-promised potential. Fr. Rob Galea will share stories
of his journey from victim to victor. You will learn ways to
overcome and face your fears to become all you are called
to be in Christ.
Fr. Rob Galea
Singer/songwriter Fr. Rob Galea, a Catholic
priest, is an assistant parish priest and also a
Chaplain at Notre Dame College, both in Shepparton, Victoria, Australia. In addition to his series of recordings and CD releases, Fr. Galea has
written a number of songs for various campaigns
and international conferences. He was selected to sing the official
2008 World Youth Day song, “Receive the Power,” and performed
in some key events before the 500,000 pilgrims in Sydney. He is cofounder of Stronger, a youth program that is quickly becoming one
of Victoria state’s largest Catholic youth movements.
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TALK JESUS, TALK WE … A WORLD THAT JOURNEYS TOGETHER TOWARD ONE LOVE
Catholic Relief Services and local service and outreach
ministries invite you to an experience of entering into the
lives and stories of people around the world. Through storytelling, decision-making and learning of the consequences
of those decisions, discover the realities that many young
people face around the world and how we can journey together toward greater unity, justice and love.
Ted Miles
Since 2005, Baltimore-native Ted Miles has been
Catholic Relief Services’ Relationship Manager
for Religious Education and Coordinator of their
Youth Outreach in the United States. Prior to joining CRS, Miles served in parish youth ministry,
social ministry and Catholic high school education and faith formation for over 25 years, including the development of Baltimore Archdiocese’s “Justice Action Week.” In 2009,
he was honored with the national award for leadership in youth
ministry from the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry.
Sergio Lopez
Musician and speaker Sergio Lopez is a former
youth minister and worship leader from the Los
Angeles Archdiocese. He has presented at the Los
Angeles Regional Congresses, the Fresno Diocesan Youth Day, the Christian Leadership Institute in Santa Barbara, Calif., and The Center for
Ministry and Development in Buffalo, N.Y. Since 2014, Lopez has
worked for Catholic Relief Services as a Relationship Manager, and
is based in Simi Valley, Calif.
ORDERING OFFICIAL YOUTH DAY T-SHIRTS
Official Youth Day T-shirts are available for custom and
group pre-orders. Customize your Youth Day shirt with
your youth group or parish name on the back for only $2
additional. All orders with payment must be received by
February 16, 2015 for direct shipping.
Special pre-order discount pricing (valid thru Feb. 16, 2015):
T-shirts: $13* ($15 at Youth Day)
V-Neck: $16* ($18 at Youth Day)
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Sweatshirts: $25* ($30, limited quantity at Youth Day)
Adult sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL
*2XL - 4XL sizes are $2 extra for T-shirts and $5 extra for
hoodies.
On Youth Day, merchandise will be available at the Seraph 7 booth
in the prefunction area of the Convention Center. Please order at
www.seraph7.com or email us at [email protected]
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any questions.
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YOUTH DAY
“TALK JESUS WITH ME!”
H DEALING WITH STRESS
Are you stressed? Does just being asked the question stress
you out? We all get stressed from time to time, but how we
choose to deal with it can really say something about us.
Come to this session if you are OK with laughing and loving God and, oh ya, totally stressed out!
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Judy McDonald
Mike Patin
“Faith horticulturist” Mike Patin has worked in
ministry since 1984 as a high school teacher, coach
and diocesan youth minister for the Archdiocese of
New Orleans, La., and lives in the neighboring diocese of Lafayette. He also was on the adjunct faculty at the Graduate School of Theology at Notre
Dame Seminary in New Orleans. Patin has spoken to groups in over
130 dioceses in the United States and Canada and has published
two books, “A Standing Invitation” and “This Was Not in the Brochures: Lessons from Work, Life and Ministry.”
X SNAPCHAT RELATIONSHIPS
Have intimacy issues? Do relationships last as long as a
Snapchat picture? Do we understand what it means to be
intimate? This workshop will look at healthy intimacy in all
our relationships – with others and especially with Christ.
Bob Perron
Bob Perron has been sharing his style of standup
and storytelling for over a decade. He has presented
at major national youth ministry conferences in over
60 dioceses across the United States and Canada.
Perron is Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, W.V.,
and previously served as Executive Director at the St. Thomas More
Center in the Diocese of Des Moines, Iowa. He is author of “Lessons
Learned From a God-Sized Family: In a Me-Sized World.”
Chris Padgett
Songwriter, musician, speaker and worship leader Chris Padgett travels around the world giving
talks, missions and concerts. As a founding member of Scarecrow and Tinmen in 1994, he wrote,
recorded and toured with the band for seven years.
Since then he has been on his own presenting keynotes and concerts, writing articles and presenting at four World
Youth Days, several Steubenville youth conferences and numerous
diocesan events. He also has four solo albums. He and his wife,
Linda, recently published their first book, “Not Ready for Marriage,
Not Ready for Sex: One Couple’s Return to Chastity.”
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TRIPLE D: DISCERNING, DECIDING & DOING
Fr. Leo Patalinghug, who hosts the TV show “Savoring Our
Faith” and the radio show “Entertaining Truth,” provides
practical tools to discern God’s will for you and shows how
to develop the necessary virtue to do it.
Fr. Leo Patalinghug
Baltimore-based Fr. Leo Patalinghug, a priest
member of Voluntas Dei, is founder, host and Director of Grace Before Meals, a family, faith and
food movement. In addition to his priestly duties,
Fr. Patalinghug is host for the EWTN TV show
“Savoring Our Faith” and co-host with Tom Leopold of the SiriusXM radio show “Entertaining Truth.” A best-selling
author and contributor to newspaper and magazines, the popular
speaker has been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS and even the
Food Network, where he appeared on “Throw Down! with Bobby
Flay.”
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LIGHT IT UP, SALTY
Everyone always tells high school students to witness to the
faith and to stand up for their beliefs. But what does it mean
to witness, and how are you supposed to even do that? And
do you even really know what it is that you believe and why
you believe it in the first place? Katie Prejean is a theology teacher and parish youth director who likes to dance,
should probably never sing (ever), and wants to help you
discover how you can truly become the salt of the earth and
the light of the world. It isn’t easy to always witness to the
faith, nor are you expected to evangelize alone. Let’s figure
out what we believe and how we can share it … join us!
Katie Prejean
Youth minister and speaker Katie Prejean is a
teacher at St. Louis Catholic High School and
Youth Director at Our Lady Queen of Heaven
Church, both in Lake Charles, La. She has spoken
at various events across the country, ranging from
a workshop at the National Catholic Youth Conference to smaller events. She reads voraciously, blogs occasionally,
is a diehard New Orleans Saints fan, binge watches Netflix, loves
Jesus, works out every day, and doesn’t like to be hugged.
Find additional information and online registration at www.RECongress.org/YD
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Youth Day
Judy McDonald, a professional comedienne for
the past 20 years, is in great demand at parishes
and conferences across the United States and internationally. She was a residential minister at the
University of San Diego and became Youth Minster
for the San Diego Diocese. McDonald has been in
full-time traveling ministry for over 10 years, including shows for
military bases in Germany, Italy, Belgium and parishes in Ireland,
Croatia, Scotland and across the United States.
M THE HAPPY CATHOLIC
Jesus is like us in all things except sin. I bet he laughed, really hard! So why are so many Catholics always so serious?
If the joy of the Lord is our strength, it would seem that
we should find ourselves in the midst of a lot of “happy”
Christians. Why does it seem like our Catholic faith isn’t
joyful at times? How can we truly find joy in our Catholicism? This workshop looks at the beauty of being Catholic
and embracing joy.
BE THE ONE!
Over 160,000 students miss school every day due to a fear
of this. Many teens say it’s a greater problem than racism,
sexual pressure or the use of drugs and alcohol. Some people say it’s why there have been tragic things happening
in schools. Could you “be the one” to see it ... and stop it?
Challenging stuff. For all ages.
YOUTH DAY
MARCH 12, 2015
WHO MAY ATTEND?
HOW DO WE REGISTER?
Youth Day is open to students from parishes and high schools (public
and Catholic) that are in grades 9 through 12. Students below 9th grade
are not allowed to participate in this event and will be refused admission. We appreciate your adherence to this guideline.
Registrations can be made online or by mailing in the Youth Day
Registration Form (next page) along with a check for the proper
amount. Please remember that everyone MUST be registered for the
day (including Chaperones and priests – even if they are just coming
for Mass). A maximum of 10 students and one Chaperone can register
per form. There must be two Chaperones listed in your first group of
registrants. Forms, information and online registration by credit
card are available at www.RECongress.org/YD.
WHAT IS THE COST?
Registration to attend Youth Day is $30 per person. After January 23,
2015, fees increase to $35 per person. Everyone in your group MUST
be registered for Youth Day, including all priests who will be accompanying your group or coming to concelebrate Mass.
CHAPERONES AND CONTACT PERSON
For the initial group of 1 to 10 youth, there must be two adult chaperones. An additional chaperone must be included with every consecutive
group of up to 10 youth. Groups are required to stay together throughout the day, with at least one chaperone attending each activity with
each group of up to ten youth. Students cannot be dropped off at the
Convention Center without a chaperone.
The Adult Chaperone should be at least 21 years of age and remains
with the group to supervise throughout the day. Chaperones must
participate in the events – youth find it more difficult to participate if
adults are not engaged. The format of Youth Day enables everyone to
have a seat, but large groups may be unable to sit together. We ask that
chaperones divide up and stay with their groups.
The Contact Person is responsible for providing the adult chaperones
with all the necessary forms and emergency information for each student. Youth Day name badges are mailed to the Contact Person, who
may also be included as one of the group chaperones or registrants.
It is the responsibility of the contact person to make sure ALL Chaperones have been trained in accordance with their Diocesan Youth
Protection Policies and the appropriate diocesan-required background
check has been completed. Please contact your parish or school for
more information on these guidelines for your diocese.
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
We recommend that you register early since Youth Day often fills up
prior to deadline dates. Once Youth Day fills to capacity, it is CLOSED
to further registrations. This is due to a limited number of seats. Please
note that hitting capacity often happens before the registration fee
increase on January 23, 2015. If we receive your registration after
Youth Day has filled and closed, it will be returned to you. SORRY,
THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS GUIDELINE.
NAME BADGES
All registered persons are given a name badge that serves as their
admission to Youth Day. In order to gain and maintain admission into
the Convention Center, each person must wear the official Youth Day
name badge throughout the day. We require a full first and last name.
Registrations will NOT be processed if the same name is used in all the
spaces on the form or if the names are obviously made up. If needed,
you may substitute name badges already sent. We will not be able to
print out new badges on site. The name badge color also identifies to
which track you have been assigned. You will not be allowed to enter
certain parts of Youth Day until your track is scheduled for that event.
PLEASE distribute name badges to all participants prior to leaving
your parish or school or before exiting the bus. Those who become
separated from their group and do not have name badges will not be
allowed entry into the Convention Center or Arena.
Youth Day Packets will be mailed after January 27, 2015, to the contact person. Please check your packet IMMEDIATELY upon receipt
to verify that each chaperone and each participant has a name badge.
NOTE: There is a $50 fee for reprinting the name badges for a group
attending Youth Day.
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
1. The Youth Day Registration Form is provided on the next page.
You may duplicate the form, as needed.
2. No more than 10 students with one Chaperone can register per
form – all attending the same workshop. The first form must include two Chaperones. Please do not register more people on the
form than will be attending, since space is limited.
3. Once a registration has been submitted, additional registrations
CANNOT be added to the group. To add registrants, a new registration (with another paid Chaperone) must be completed online
or sent in. PLEASE remember to register priests who accompany
your group as well, even if only coming for Mass.
4. All youth must remain with their Chaperone throughout Youth
Day. No one can be dropped off at the Convention Center without
an Adult Chaperone.
5. Remember to list the name and information of the Contact Person
on each form used and indicate if he/she will attend. If the Contact Person plans to attend, his/her name MUST appear again as
a Chaperone or registrant.
6. For mailed forms, indicate your choices of track and workshops
and send the form(s) with the total fee of $30 per person (U.S.
dollars only) postmarked by January 23, 2015 to: Los Angeles
Religious Education Congress, PO BOX 76955, Los Angeles,
CA 90076-0955. Make checks payable to: Religious Education
Congress. Total fees must accompany registration forms. All incomplete registrations will be returned. We cannot accept registration forms by phone or fax.
7. See www.RECongress.org/YD for online registration info.
8. After January 23, 2015, the Youth Day Registration fee will be
increased to $35 per person.
9. Refunds must be requested in writing by January 23, 2015. There
are NO REFUNDS after that date. There will be a $10 per registration refund processing fee.
10. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION ON YOUTH DAY!
11. Questions? Call (213) 637-7348 or (213) 637-7346.
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION AND ASSIGNMENT
MAKE SURE to mark on the registration whether your group will attend TRACK 1 or TRACK 2 (see the previous pages for the descriptions
of the tracks). Also, print the letter of your first- and second-choice
workshops plainly on the spaces provided. All participants attend the
Arena workshop and can choose a second workshop from the listings
on the previous pages. The same workshops are offered for both tracks.
Workshop Assignment: Our registration system will assign your first
choice for the workshop. If your first choice is full, then you will be
assigned your second choice.
FOOD SERVICES
Track 1 and Track 2 have staggered lunch times. There are food concessions at various places in the Convention Center, Arena Lobby,
and outside. Lines can be long, so please be patient. PLEASE NOTE
that it is unacceptable to cater lunches for your group. Participants are
allowed to bring individual lunch bags, but large ice chests and group
catering are not permitted. Also, since time is limited, we suggest that
you do not use the nearby restaurants.
Religious Education Congress Youth Day • March 12, 2015
YOUTH DAY
“TALK JESUS WITH ME!”
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THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2015 – 8:00 am - 3:45 pm
ARCHDIOCESE OF LOS ANGELES – OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
ONLY PRE-REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED – NO REGISTRATION ON YOUTH DAY
– For Office Use Only –
PLEASE PRINT. INCOMPLETE FORMS WILL BE RETURNED.
Diocese _______________________________________________________
Parish ________________________________________________________
School/Org. ____________________________________________________
City _________________________ State __________ Country __________
Stamp Number
Date Received ______________
Total Registrants ____________
Check Number ______________
Total Amount
______________
CONTACT PERSON (If attending, please also include your name below as Chaperone or Registrant, whichever is applicable.)
Name _____________________________________________________Day Phone ( ____ )_____________________
Address ___________________________________________________ Cell Phone ( ____ )_____________________
City _____________________________________________ State _________________ ZIP Code______________
E-mail ________________________________________________________________________________________
SERVICES • Any special service needs?
Sign Interpreter
Oral Interpreter
Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs)
Wheelchair access • Name of student/adult requiring assistance _______________________________________
ADULT CHAPERONE
$30
$35
________________________________________________________________
First Name
Last Name
By After
Jan.
23 Jan. 23
REGISTRANTS (print clearly and check if Adult)
Adult?
First Name
Last Name
$60
$70
________________________________________________________________
$90 $105
________________________________________________________________
$120
$140
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$150 $175
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$180 $210
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$210 $245
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$240 $280
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$270 $315
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$300 $350
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$330 $385
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Mail to: RECONGRESS, PO BOX 76955, LOS ANGELES CA 90076-0955
– YOU MAY DUPLICATE THIS FORM –
Find additional information and online registration at www.RECongress.org/YD
Fees are an additional
$5 per person if
postmarked after
January 23, 2015.
Choice for Group:
Track 1 or Track 2
Workshop choice:
1ST _____
2ND _____
If track or workshop is not indicated, we reserve the
right to make the assignments for your group.
Please note: It is unacceptable to cater lunch
at Youth Day due to a liability issue for the
Convention Center. There are many places
through the Center to purchase food. People
are invited to bring individual lunches, but
catered meals (by restaurants or individuals)
will not be allowed. Convention Center staff
will ask these groups to leave the premises.
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Youth Day
1. A maximum of 10 students per form can be registered with each paid Adult Chaperone. All must attend the same workshops. The
first registration form for every group should have two Chaperones listed.
2. Once a Registration Form has been submitted, additional students cannot be added to it. Additional students require a new registration
AND another paid Chaperone. Please be sure to register all priests who will accompany your group.
3. YOUTH DAY FEE: $30 per person (U.S. dollars only). After January 23, 2015 the fee increases to $35 per person.
4. NOTE: YOUTH DAY USUALLY FILLS TO CAPACITY AND CLOSES BEFORE THE DEADLINE DATE. The FINAL Registration
deadline is February 14, 2015. All registrations received after this date – or after Youth Day fills to capacity – will be returned.
5. Total payment must accompany this form.
6. Mail checks payable to: RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS, PO Box 76955, Los Angeles, CA 90076-0955.
7. Name badges will be mailed after January 27, 2015. Please check your packet when it arrives, verifying that each Adult Chaperone
and each student has a name badge. Students MUST remain with their Adult Chaperones throughout the day.
8. Refunds must be requested in writing before January 23, 2015. Note: There is a $10 per registration refund processing fee.
9. REGISTRATION QUESTIONS? CALL (213) 637-7348 or (213) 637-7346.
FRIDAY EVENTS
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
7:00 am- 3:00 pm
On-site registration
(Prefunction Lobby)
8:30 - 9:30 am
Opening Rite & Welcome
(Arena)
10:00 - 11:30 am
Period 1 Workshops
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
LUNCH
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Music (Arena)
– John Angotti & Friends
Music (Hall B)
– Jeremy & Ryan
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Period 2 Workshops
MARCH 13, 2015
OPENING RITE & WELCOME
“SEE”
We come together in joyful celebration. We pause to “see” miracles of grace and goodness in us
and around us. Come, let us join our voices in a chorus of praise and gratitude. This awesome,
energetic gathering will be graced by the presence and gifts of:
Archbishop José Gomez
Edith Prendergast, RSC
Paulette Smith
Jan Pedroza
John Flaherty
John Allen
Joan Allen
Tony Alonso
Donna Anderle
David Anderson
John Angotti
Steve Angrisano
Ed Archer
Meredith Augustin
Betsey Beckman
Anna Betancourt
John Burland
Helena Buscema
Karla Carrillo
Andrew Chinn
Jeanne Cotter
Harrison Crenshaw
Elohim D’Leon
Gary Daigle
Chris de Silva
Santiago Fernández
Noelle Garcia
Estela García-López
Hermana Glenda
Dolores Gomez
Laura Gomez
David Haas
Sarah Hart
Marty Haugen
Lorraine Hess
Frank Jansen
ValLimar Jansen
Mary Janus
Jeremy & Ryan
Tom Kendzia
Mel Kennedy
Gaile Krause
Liam Lawton
Matthew Leon
Michael Paul Leon
Rudy López
Michael Mangan
Jesse Manibusan
Cesar Marquez
Nicole Masero
Monica Miller Luther
Rafael Moreno
Donna Peña
Pedro Rubalcava
Brenda Smith
Curtis Stephan
Ginny Temple
Trevor Thomson
Chris Walker
Teresa Weiss
John West & the
Valyermo Dancers
... and many others
3:00 - 4:30 pm
Period 3 Workshops
FRIDAY LUNCHTIME ENTERTAINMENT
5:15 pm
Eucharistic Liturgies
& Evening Prayer
(see page 22)
Arena – 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
JOHN ANGOTTI & FRIENDS
8:00 pm
Concert (Arena)
– Praise and Worship
with Spirit & Song
Film Showcase 2015
9:00 pm
The Rosary:
Luminous Mysteries
(see page 22)
Registration Hours
7:00 am - 3:00 pm
(Prefunction Lobby)
“It’s Good to Be Alive!”
Angotti
Come join John Angotti & Friends as they sing, rejoice and celebrate in the Arena
during lunchtime. Sit and enjoy your meal and listen to music that celebrates life!
___________________________________________________________
JEREMY & RYAN
Arena – 8:00 pm
“Praise and Worship with Spirit & Song”
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
(Hall A)
Speaker Signings
11:30 am - 5:00 pm
(Southeast side, Hall A)
Massage Chairs
(Hall A Prefunction Lobby)
A.A. Meeting
Noon (Marriott)
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Jeremy & Ryan
FRIDAY EVENING CONCERT
Exhibit Hours
Sacred Space
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
(Convention 304)
Hall B – 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
With energetic stage presence, contagious melodies and awe-inspiring
harmonies, Jeremy & Ryan have been recognized as one of the best upand-coming Catholic rock artists today. Don’t miss your opportunity to
see them do what they do best ... praise God and inspire all around them!
Please join us for an evening of praise and worship presented by Spirit
& Song. This evening promises to be one of inspiration and celebration
provided by Spirit & Song artists you have come to know and love.
FILM SHOWCASE 2015
Convention 201 – 8:00 - 10:00 pm
The Film Showcase, in partnership with Loyola Marymount
University, presents excerpts from a number of narrative
feature films, shorts, documentaries, experimental and
animated films, whose thematic elements are grounded
in Catholic social teaching, justice, ministry, spirituality
and theology.
Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS START ON PAGE 26
PERIOD 1 – 10:00 - 11:30 AM
1-01
1-02
1-03
1-04
1-05
1-06
1-07
1-08
1-10
1-11
1-12
1-13
1-14
1-15
1-16
1-17
1-18
1-19
1-20
1-21
1-22
1-23
1-24
1-25
1-26
1-27
1-28
1-70
PERIOD 2 – 1:00 - 2:30 PM
2-01
2-02
2-03
2-04
2-05
2-06
2-07
2-08
2-09
2-10
2-11
2-12
2-13
2-14
2-15
2-16
2-17
2-18
2-19
2-20
2-21
2-22
2-23
2-24
2-25
2-26
2-27
2-28
2-70
In Endless Song - Tony Alonso
Rhythm, Prayer, Move
- Lisa Bagladi & Pedro Rubalcava
Dancing with the Saints (*)
- Betsey Beckman & Laura Ash
Come and See! Songs for Celebrating the
Life of Jesus (*) - John Burland
Transforming Confirmation (*)
- Dr. Michael Carotta
Let’s Take a Walk Together – Through
Catholic Mass (*) - Rev. John C. Cusick
Must We Forgive? Prodigals, Mothers and
God (*) - Amy Florian
When We Say We Are Afraid of Dying, of
What Are We Afraid? A Christian Understanding of Life and Death (*)
- Fr. Richard Fragomeni
Leadership and Social Justice: How Catholic
Schools Can Change Our World (*)
- Dan Friedt
Moving Forward by Retreating: Creating
Meaningful Retreat Experiences (*)
- Diane Gasper
Effective Online Evangelization (*)
- Lisa Hendey
“See! Ver!” Music, Spirituality and Catechesis: A Celestial Trio (*) - ValLimar Jansen
“Lord, Let Me See!” – Letting Blind Bartimaeus Help Us (*) - Rev. Felix Just
What Do You See in the Mirror? (*)
- Fr. Joseph Kempf
Christian Simplicity: A Gospel Value (*)
- Kyle Kramer
From the Gallery to the Classroom: The Use
of Art in Religious Education (*)
- Lir Mac Cárthaigh
Stop Doing Marriage Preparation, Start
Forming Married Disciples (*)
- Diana Macalintal
Transforming Leadership (*)
- Fr. James Mallon
Indigenous Liturgical Inculturation: The
Australian Experience (*) - Michael
Mangan & Anne Frawley-Mangan
Who is Jesus? (*) - Rev. James Martin
New Evangelization in Britain (*)
- Archbishop Malcolm McMahon
Limitless: The Junior Higher (*)
- Mike Patin
See the Possibilities! Forming Disciples
(*) - Ela Milewska
Resurrection Faith (*) - Dr. Brian Schmisek
Restless Hearts: Writing the Spiritual Journey (*) - Rev. Thomas Scirghi
The Good, Bad and the Ugly: Understanding
the Sexual Trends of Students and How to
Reach Them (*) - Pam Stenzel
Seeing Him (*) - David Wells
Engaging the Family in the Early Childhood
Years - Joseph White & Ana Arista White
Vietnamese Workshop (Through Faith,
People Can See God in Every Situation)
(*) - Bishop Cosma Hoàng Van Dat
and (*) are recorded sessions.
Arena sessions in color.
Register online at www.RECongress.org • Facebook: RECongress • Twitter: LACongress
PERIOD 3 – 3:00 - 4:30 PM
3-01
3-02
3-03
3-04
3-05
3-06
3-07
3-08
3-09
3-10
3-11
3-12
3-13
3-14
3-15
3-16
3-17
3-18
3-19
3-20
3-21
3-22
3-23
3-24
3-25
3-26
3-27
3-70
Sing to The Lord! Music and Prayer in
Teaching the Faith (*) - Steve Angrisano
A Prophet for All Seasons: The Biography
of Isaiah (*) - Alice Camille
St. Ignatius’ Rules for Discernment of Spirits in Light of the Devotion to the Sacred
Heart (*) - Rev. Christopher Collins
Disciple-building Youth Ministry (*)
- Tom East
Some Say Learning Can’t Be Fun … Wanna
Bet? (*) - Steven Ellair
Stalking the Gap (*) - Fr. Michael Fish
Catholic Ethics Concerning Acceptance of
Gay and Lesbian Persons (*)
- Arthur Fitzmaurice
The Slave Across the Street: Human Trafficking of American Teens (*)
- Theresa Flores
“ ‘Come and SEE,’ ” said Jesus – Celebrating Prayer Rituals with Children (*) - Sr.
Paule Freeburg & Christopher Walker
You Have Put on Christ: Cultivating a Baptismal Spirituality (*) - Dr. Jerry Galipeau
No Exemptions: Servant Leadership
- Dr. Greer Gordon
Feeding the Hungers: The Hopes for Youth
Catechesis and Theology (*)
- Dr. Thomas H. Groome
We Don’t Sing AT the Liturgy – We SING
the Liturgy! - David Haas
Behold-ing the Mystery: Helping Young
Catholics Appreciate the Mass (*)
- Mark Hart
“Hey, I Know! Let’s Have a Women’s Retreat!” (and Other Crazy Things We Say)
(*) - Sarah Hart
A New Way to Be Church: Rethinking Parish Life from the Outside In - Jack Jezreel
Eternal is His Love - Liam Lawton
Communicating our Faith: The Intersection
of Faith and Media in the 21st Century (*)
- Rev. Matthew Malone
Virtues for Adult Christians (*)
- Rev. Bryan Massingale
Create a Family Culture of Spirituality (*)
- Dr. Patricia McCormack
“It Is What It Is”: Understanding, Reaching and Discipling Apathetic, Disengaged
and Resistant Youth and Young Adults (*)
- Roy Petitfils
Bereavement Ministry to Young Adults
(20s & 30s) (*)
- Mary Prete & Dr. Katherine DeVries
Answering the Most Frequent General Questions About the Death Penalty (*)
- Dale & Susan Recinella
Pope Francis: A Two-Year Evaluation
- Fr. Thomas Reese
Think Outside of the Pew (*) - Anna Scally
Happiness, Suffering and the Love of God
(*) - Rev. Robert Spitzer
Teaching Children with Autism in a Typical
Classroom – Best Practice Methods and Strategies to Consider (*)
- Deacon Lawrence Sutton
Vietnamese Workshop (Recognizing God’s
Graces to Vietnamese Catholics to Know
Who We Are and What to Do) - Fr. Hung
Viet Nguyen & Prof. Le Xuan Hy
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Assemblies
1-09
I Am Over Facebook! Exploring Other Social Media Sites to Help Parish
Leaders Remain Relevant
- Clarissa Valbuena Aljentera
In the Footsteps of Mary - Mary Amore
Catholicism through a Black Lens: 30th Anniversary Discussion of the Bishop’s Document “What We Have Seen and Heard” (*)
- Dr. Ansel Augustine
Trading in Old Wineskins: A Missionary Approach to Formation (*) - Richard Curran
Working with Parents After an Incident of
Bullying: A Key Element of Positive School
Climate (*) - Frank DiLallo
Proud to Be Catholic: An Evangelization
Essential - Carole Eipers
Are You Living a Spiritual Life?
- Fr. Robert Fabing
A Catholic Imagination: Imagine That! (*)
- Anne Frawley-Mangan
Power and Authority in a Pilgrim Church
(*) - Dr. Richard Gaillardetz
“We Want Better Choices:” Family and
Faith-based Media in Hollywood Today
(*) - Rev. David Guffey
Permission to Be You – The Freedom to
Shine (*) - Rev. Terry Hershey
Seeing Jesus: The Master Catechist (*)
- Bill Huebsch
The Four Questions - Matthew Kelly
What Are We Doing on Earth for Christ’s
Sake? - Fr. Richard Leonard
What Every Serious Christian Should Know
About Judaism (*) - Rabbi Michael Lotker
See Your Way Clear (*)
- Dr. Megan McKenna
What’s Right (and Wrong) with Our Church
(*) - Rev. Jonathan Morris
The Catechist’s Backpack: Spiritual Necessities for the Catechist’s Journey (*)
- Joe Paprocki
The REAL Hunger Games
- Rev. Leo Patalinghug
Avoiding “Snapchat” Relationships in Ministry: Going Beyond Facebook and Twitter
(*) - Bob Perron
Old Wine, New Skins: Teaching an Ever
Ancient Faith to an Ever New Generation
(*) - Katie Prejean
Seeing What Lies Most Deeply Within Us:
Developing Mystical Eyes (*)
- Fr. Ronald Rolheiser
The Political Bones: A Mexican Reading
of Ezekiel 37? (*)
- Dr. Daniel Smith-Christopher
“See, I Am Doing Something New” (Isaiah
43:19): Contemporary Music of Faith for
Young Children (*)
- James Wahl & Andrew Chinn
In Their Hands – Current Issues in Online
Exploitation and Cyber Crime (*)
- Tracy Webb
How to Build a Positive Bridge Between
Educators and Parents: Empower Our Student’s Education (*) - Char Wenc
Don’t Rob God: How to Increase Giving
While Making Disciples
- Fr. Michael White & Thomas Corcoran
Freedom, Community, Sobriety: The Gifts
of the 12 Steps (*) - Rev. Thomas Weston
Vietnamese Workshop (New Evangelization
in a Secular Age) (*) - Fr. Hy Nguyen
FRIDAY WORKSHOPS
SATURDAY EVENTS
SATURDAY SCHEDULE
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
On-site registration
(Prefunction Lobby)
7:50 am
Morning Praise (Arena)
8:30 am
Keynote Address (Arena)
10:00 - 11:30 am
Period 4 Workshops
SATURDAY MORNING PRAISE
Arena – 7:50 am
Join in as we begin the new day lifting our voices in prayer to our Creator. Together, we will
break open the Word and break open our hearts to humbly embrace the mighty strength of
our God. Our presider, Jeanne Cotter, will be joined by Ginny Temple and troupe leading us
to “See” anew the world around us. Donna Peña, along with Mary Janus and Harmonia from
Our Lady of Lourdes in Northridge, Calif., will lead us in this sung celebration of morning
praise.
SATURDAY KEYNOTE
“Transformation and Our Inner Desire for God”
LUNCH
Music (Hall B)
– Michael Mangan &
Anne Frawley-Mangan
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Period 5 Workshops
Transformation: Enter a journey of discovery that speaks of survival, success,
signifance including mountain top experiences and deep valley moments. Pastor
Rick Warren will invite us to SEE in new ways and address the role of the community and
parish in this transformational process.
Warren
Dr. Rick Warren is a global strategist, philanthropist, pastor and author. His most recent book,
“The Purpose Driven Life,” has sold more than 30 million copies in English and is published in
more than 50 languages. In 1980, he founded Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, Calif. Today, it
has more than 100,000 names on the church roll, a 120-acre campus, and over 300 ministries.
3:00 - 4:30 pm
Period 6 Workshops
SATURDAY LUNCHTIME ENTERTAINMENT
5:15 pm
PEDRO RUBALCAVA & FRIENDS
Eucharistic Liturgies
& Prayer Services
(see page 22)
8:30 pm
Concert (Arena)
– “The Influence of One Life”
8:30 pm
Sacred Illuminations 2015
(Convention 213)
Arena – 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
“Unplugged” / “Desenchufados”
Pedro Rubalcava, the popular presenter, composer and performer, along with many
additional artists, will provide a fun and inspiring “unplugged” musical gathering.
Come join us and share in the joy of sound.
Rubalcava
Pedro Rubalcava un conocido conferencista, compositor y intérprete musical, junto con sus
compañeros musicales les deleitarán con esta reunión musical “desenchufada.” Vengan a
compartir en la alegría sonora.
Hall B – 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
9:00 pm
Taizé Prayer
(see page 22)
9:00 pm - midnight
Young Adult Dance
(Marriott)
Registration Hours
7:30 am - 3:00 pm
(Prefunction Lobby)
Exhibit Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
(Hall A)
Sacred Space
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
(Convention 304)
Speaker Signings
11:30 am - 5:00 pm
(Southeast side, Hall A)
Massage Chairs
(Hall A Prefunction Lobby)
A.A. Meeting
Noon (Marriott)
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Arena – 8:30 am
PASTOR RICHARD WARREN
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Music (Arena)
– Pedro Rubalcava & Friends
MARCH 14, 2015
MICHAEL MANGAN & ANNE FRAWLEY-MANGAN
“Australia in Anaheim: Dreamtime Lunchtime”
Australian Aboriginal dancers and musicians, together with Michael
Mangan and Anne Frawley-Mangan, present a colourful snapshot of 60,000 years of indigenous culture interwoven with contemporary indigenous-inspired songs. Come and hear the
haunting sounds of the didgeridoo and clapsticks, see vibrant traditional dance and experience the inspiring spirituality of ancient Aboriginal Dreamtime stories.
Mangan
Frawley
SATURDAY EVENING CONCERT
“The Influence of One Life”
Arena – 8:30 pm
This evening’s event will celebrate Sr. Edith Prendergast, RSC and her 25-plus
years with Congress. Remember with us the past, acknowledge with us the
present, and anticipate with us a future yet to be revealed, as we travel globally
through music, art, poetry and dance!
Prendergast
SACRED ILLUMINATIONS 2015
Convention 213 – 8:30 pm
A perennial feature at Congress is Sacred Illuminations, a mystical choreography of light and sound. Incorporating her newest
liturgical and fine art photography and reflections, Sister Rose
Marie Tulacz, SND, will bring us to see and experience deeper the
compassionate face of God.
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PERIOD 4 – 10:00 - 11:30 AM
4-01
4-02
4-03
4-04
4-05
4-06
4-07
4-08
4-10
4-11
4-12
4-13
4-14
4-15
4-16
4-17
4-18
4-19
4-20
4-21
4-22
4-23
4-24
4-25
4-26
4-27
4-28
4-70
PERIOD 5 – 1:00 - 2:30 PM
5-01
5-02
5-03
5-04
5-05
5-06
5-07
5-08
5-09
5-10
5-11
5-12
5-13
5-14
5-15
5-16
5-17
5-18
5-19
5-20
5-21
5-22
5-23
5-24
5-25
5-26
5-27
5-70
All Things Catholic: What’s Hot and What’s
Not in the Global Church (*)
- John Allen Jr.
Connecting Movement to the Word (*)
- Donna Anderle
How Prophets and Mystics “See” (*)
- Msgr. Arturo Bañuelas
Singing the Song Without the Words: Hope,
Humility and Ministry to Folks on the Margins (*) - Rev. Gregory Boyle
In Sickness and in Health: How the Catholic Church is Confronting HIV and AIDS
Around the World (*)
- Michele Broemmelsiek
Yes, Lord, I Believe! Singing Our Faith with
Children (*) - John Burland
The Old Gravel Road: Storytelling and
Song from the Heartland (*) - Jeanne Cotter, Michael Cotter, Liam Lawton, Tony
Alonso & Betsey Beckman
Teaching for Discipleship: The Call, the
Challenge, the Difference (*)
- Dr. Michael Carotta
Young Adult Ministry, Step by Step (*)
- Dr. Katherine DeVries
Bullying Prevention: Catholic is Evidencebased! (*) - Frank DiLallo
How to Break the Chains of Slavery in the
United States (*) - Theresa Flores
New Testament Eucharistic Practice: An
Unexplored Resource - Rev. Edward Foley
For the Love of the Game: Toward a Theology of Sports (*) - Dr. Richard Gaillardetz
Discipleship and Women (*)
- Fr. Anthony Gittins
Making Disciples … Breaking the Glass
Ceiling (*) - Rev. John Hurley
More Mothers, Mystics, Martyrs and
Models of Faith (*)
- ValLimar Jansen & Sarah Hart
Selfies and Souls: Nurturing the Domestic
Church in the Digital Age (*) - Lisa Hendey
From Here to Pope Francis: A Tool to Help
Parishes Become “Completely MissionOriented” - Jack Jezreel
The Great Work: Recovering a Sacred Earth
Community (*) - Kyle Kramer
Catholic Social Thought Post-Trayvon
Martin, Michael Brown, and … (*)
- Rev. Bryan Massingale
Catechetical Leaders – Agents of Formative
Parenting (*) - Dr. Patricia McCormack
Look Out! Watch Where You’re Going!
(*) - Dr. Megan McKenna
The Blessing of Suffering (and Other
Theological Fallacies) (*)
- Rev. Jonathan Morris
Three Lucan Parables of Divine Healing and
Mercy (*) - Sr. Barbara Reid
Welcoming Children with Autism to the
Church: A Universal Call to – Meaningfully – Include All of God’s Children (*)
- Deacon Lawrence Sutton
Get Your Game On! Engaging Young People
in Their Own Learning Process (*)
- Michael Theisen
Islamic and Christian Studies (*)
- Jihad Turk & Rt. Rev. Alexei Smith
Vietnamese Workshop (Music and the Mass:
The Assembly, the Choir and Second-generation Youth)
- Paul Nguyen & Bro. Rufino Zaragoza
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PERIOD 6 – 3:00 - 4:30 PM
6-01
6-02
6-03
6-04
6-05
6-06
6-07
6-08
6-09
6-10
6-11
6-12
6-13
6-14
6-15
6-16
6-17
6-18
6-19
6-20
6-21
6-22
6-23
6-24
6-25
6-26
6-27
6-70
Calling Youth to Passionate Discipleship
(*) - Steve Angrisano
Women and the Word: Bridging the Gap
(*) - Sr. Dianne Bergant
Purification and Enlightenment: Shaping
Lent for Those in the RCIA Process (*)
- Mary Birmingham
Seeing In the Dark (*)
- Sr. Kathleen Bryant
The Trinity: How Not to be a Heretic (*)
- Dr. Stephen Bullivant
Come and See, Come and Sing, Come and
Pray! (*) - Andrew Chinn
Trading in Old Wineskins: A Missionary Approach to Parish Life (*) - Richard Curran
“Seeing” Our Faith – Right Before Our Eyes
(*) - Rev. John Cusick
The Start of Something BIG – Following
Through with Newly Confirmed Youth (*)
- Tom East
Joy of the Gospel for Lesbian and Gay
Catholics in the Time of Pope Francis (*)
- Arthur Fitzmaurice & Fr. Chris Ponnet
Teachers, Transformation and Technology: How Teachers Help Student Leaders
Change the World (*) - Dan Friedt
The Rage Against God: The Arrogance and
Hostility of the New Atheists (*)
- Darrell Hall
Worship Transforming the World: Seeing,
Singing and Serving the Reign of God
- Marty Haugen
Gospel Laughter (*) - Rev. James Martin
Mary of Galilee, Mary Model of Faith (*)
- Dr. Timothy Matovina
Seeing the Gift of Body: Jesus and the Good
Use of Sexuality (*)
- Terry Nelson-Johnson
Help! We’re Busy, Addicted and Bored:
Reaching Out to the Real Modern Family
(*) - Roy Petitfils
Answering the Most Frequent Catholic
Questions About the Death Penalty (*)
- Dale & Susan Recinella
Story Time with Uncle Fr. Tony: Bringing the Scriptures to Life (*)
- Fr. R. Tony Ricard
Pauline Spirituality for Lent (*)
- Dr. Brian Schmisek
Longing to See Your Face: Preaching
for a New Millennium (*)
- Rev. Thomas Scirghi
“Here’s What Happened”: Telling Spiritually Significant Experiences in Story Form
(*) - John Shea
An Invitation to Conversion: 7 Practical
Ideas to Invigorate the Sacraments (*)
- Victor Valenzuela
“Lord, I SEE! – Can I Sing About It?” (*)
- Christopher Walker
Mercy in the City (*) - Kerry Weber
Building Children’s Courage (*)
- Char Wenc
Black Spirituality – We are Marching in the
Light of God (*) - Dr. C. Vanessa White
Vietnamese Workshop (Mary, the Perfect
Model Catechist) (*) - Fr. Hy Nguyen
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4-09
The Write Way! Using Creative Writing as
a Way to Access Prayer and Spirituality
- Clarissa Valbuena Aljentera
Women in the Old Testament: Then and
Now (*) - Sr. Dianne Bergant
Many Spokes, One Center (*)
- Grayson Warren Brown
At The Heart of Christian Ethics: Pope
Francis and the Tenderness of God (*)
- Dr. Roberto Dell’Oro
Seven Questions About the Sacraments That
You Were Always Afraid to Ask (*)
- Fr. Richard Fragomeni
The New Evangelization – One Person at a
Time (*) - Dr. Thomas H. Groome
God Is Everywhere! A Celebration of Sung
Prayer, Unity, Inclusion and Mission
- David Haas
Laughing Matters: Reclaiming and Sharing
Our Catholic Joy (*) - Mark Hart
Find Your Sanctuary – Creating Places of
Rest, Renewal and Refuge (*)
- Rev. Terry Hershey
Incarnation Anyway: The Christology of St.
Francis and Thomas Merton (*)
- Fr. Daniel Horan
See Anew: The Joy of Just Living (*)
- Bill Huebsch
Confirmation: Winning Young Hearts for
Jesus and His Church - Matthew Kelly
Um, God, Where the Heck Are You? (*)
- Fr. Joseph Kempf
From Noah to Philomena: Religion at the
Movies - Fr. Richard Leonard
Sacred Music for Liturgy and Catechesis
- Tom Kendzia & Santiago Fernandez
Walking Tall with Our Immigrant Brothers
and Sisters (*) - Cardinal Roger Mahony
Taking the Next Step: Discipleship as Process (*) - Fr. James Mallon
Youth at Risk: Responding to Crisis (*)
- Robert McCarty
Is There An App for That? Best Practices
for Integrating Social Media and Digital
Technologies into Faith Formation (*)
- Charlotte McCorquodale
Hispanic Ministry in Catholic Parishes:
Insights from a National Study (*)
- Dr. Hosffman Ospino
Jesus as Footwasher & the Leadership of
Pope Francis (*) - Sr. Barbara Reid
Seeing with the Eyes of the Soul: The Challenge to Cure our Blindness (*)
- Fr. Ronald Rolheiser
Stories of Spiritual Wisdom (*) - John Shea
Who Am I to Judge (*)
- Rev. Gregory Boyle, Mike Farrell,
Javier Stauring & Dionne Wilson
The Five Things Every Parent Needs From
the Church (*) - Michael Theisen
See the Beauty and Dance a Song of Praise
(*) - John West
Communicating for Change
- Fr. Michael White & Thomas Corcoran
Understanding and Strengthening Spiritual
Resilience - Dr. Robert Wicks
Vietnamese Workshop (An Understanding of Marriage and Marriage Nullity) (*)
- Fr. Viet Peter Ho
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS
SUNDAY EVENTS
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
8:00 - 11:00 am
On-site registration
(Prefunction Lobby)
8:00 - 9:30 am
Eucharistic Liturgy
(Arena)
8:30 am
Morning Address
English: Diana Macalintal
Spanish: Dr. Maria Aquino
10:00 - 11:30 am
Period 7 Workshops
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
MARCH 15, 2015
SUNDAY MORNING LITURGY
Arena – 8:00 am
As we welcome a new day, we share the opportunity to gather as a community of
faith to give praise and thanks. Bishop Kevin Vann of the Diocese of Orange, Calif.,
will preside at the morning Eucharistic Liturgy. Nourished by Word and sacrament
we go forth with “eyes wide open” to recognize signs of God in us and around us.
Vann
SUNDAY ENGLISH ADDRESS
8:30 am
DIANA MACALINTAL
“Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord”
Has the mystery of faith become a bit too mysterious? Do your parishioners’
eyes glaze over when you try to explain what we believe? Look no further for an
answer than your baptism when all the baptized received the ability to see the mystery and
goodness of God right in front of us. Rediscover this power and learn how to use it to help
others really see God’s presence in their daily lives.
Macalintal
LUNCH
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Music (Arena)
– David Haas
Music (Hall B)
– Donna Peña, ValLimar Jansen,
Anna Betancourt
& Dolores Gomez
Diana Macalintal is Director of Worship for the Diocese of San Jose, Calif. She holds a Master
of Arts in Theology, cum laude, from Saint John’s University in Collegeville, Minn. She has
served as a liturgist, music and catechumenate director in campus, parish and diocesan ministries for over 25 years and has authored numerous articles on liturgy, music and the catechumenate.
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Period 8 Workshops
3:30 pm
Liturgy (Arena)
Closing Eucharistic Liturgy
Registration Hours
8:00 - 11:00 am
(Prefunction Lobby)
Exhibit Hours
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
(Hall A)
SUNDAY LUNCHTIME ENTERTAINMENT
Arena – 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
DAVID HAAS
“I Will Live On”
Come and spend your midday break with singer and composer David Haas, as we
honor those who have died who were and are dear to us – singing and praying the Haas
journey of sorrow, loss and grief to “live on” toward the promise of hope, healing, acceptance and resurrection. In memory of Sr. Anne Bryan Smollin, CSJ.
Hall B – 11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Sacred Space
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
(Convention 304)
Speaker Signings
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
(Southeast side, Hall A)
Massage Chairs
(Prefunction Lobby Hall A)
A.A. Meeting
DONNA PEÑA, VALLIMAR JANSEN,
ANNA BETANCOURT & DOLORES GOMEZ
Peña
Jansen
Betancourt
Gomez
“A Tapestry of Life and Love”
Come! See! Listen! (Ven! Vee! Escucha!) Listen to the voice of women as we weave a
musical tapestry. Hear songs of life and love that emerge from this world we live in today.
Songs of hope, faith, joy and healing.
Noon (Marriott)
CLOSING LITURGY
Arena – 3:30 pm
ARCHBISHOP JOSÉ GOMEZ, PRESIDER
As Congress 2015 comes to a close, we gather to pray, to celebrate
and to give thanks for the blessings of the weekend. We will go forth
Gomez
to “see” anew and perceive God’s presence in all of life, in joy, in pain
and in struggle. Our Closing Liturgy, with Los Angeles Archbishop Gomez,
features the 200- plus voice Congress Choir 2015, under the direction of John
Flaherty.
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PERIOD 7 – 10:00 - 11:30 AM
7-01
7-02
7-03
7-04
7-05
7-06
7-07
7-09
7-10
7-11
7-12
7-13
7-14
7-15
7-16
7-17
7-18
7-19
7-20
7-21
7-22
7-23
7-24
7-25
7-70
PERIOD 8 – 1:00 - 2:30 PM
8-01
8-02
8-03
8-04
8-05
8-06
8-07
8-08
8-09
8-10
8-11
8-12
8-13
8-14
Sojourn to a Joyful Heart - Mary Amore
Formation of RCIA Catechists (*)
- Mary Birmingham
The Transformative Power of Faith (*)
- Grayson Warren Brown
How to Make Saints and Evangelize People
(*) - Dr. Stephen Bullivant
Just Say No: Naysayers in the Bible’s Wisdom Books (*) - Alice Camille
Living the Eucharist in Daily Life (*)
- Rev. Christopher Collins
A Form of “New Evangelization”: A Model
for Parish Bereavement Ministry (*)
- Amy Florian
Franciscan Spirituality Today: A New Way
of Seeing the World! (*) - Fr. Daniel Horan
Missionary Discipleship (*)
- Fr. Anthony J. Gittins
Pastoral Leadership for the New Evangelization (*) - Rev. John Hurley
Children on the Run: Why Children are
Fleeing Mexico and Central America and
What the Church Can Do About It (*)
- Richard Alan Jones
Jesuit Mysticism, Pope Francis and Compassion (*) - Rev. Michael Kennedy
New Media and the New Evangelization
(*) - Rev. Matthew Malone
Bearing Gifts Among Us: International
Ministers and Parish Life Today
8-15
8-16
8-17
8-18
8-19
8-20
8-21
8-22
8-23
8-24
8-25
8-70
- Rev. Ricky Manalo
Super Songs of Superheroes (*)
- Michael Mangan
Balancing Marriage and Ministry: The Great
Dance! (*) - Robert & Maggie McCarty
Engaging EVERY Learner EVERY Time: A
Simple Format for Planning Engaging Faith
Formation (*) - Charlotte McCorquodale
A Call to “a Church That is Poor”: Reimagining Youth Ministry through Pope
Francis (*) - Ted Miles & Ben Walther
Evangelizing Families Today: Engaging
Parents as Partners in Faith Formation (*)
- Thomas Quinlan
Sleeping with the Enemy? Esther, Judith
and Sexualized Politics in the Old Testament
(*) - Dr. Daniel Smith-Christopher
Mary and Jesus in Islam and the Qur’an
(*) - Jihad Turk
Renewing Young Adult Catholic Imagination (*) - Matthew Weber
“I Was Blind, Now I See” (*) - David Wells
Europe 1914-1918: The Roots of Our Present Misery (*) - Rev. Thomas Weston
You Cared for Me (*)
- Dr. C. Vanessa White
Vietnamese Workshop (Envisioning the Future: Vietnamese American Catholics) - Fr.
Hung Viet Nguyen & Prof. Le Xuan Hy
and (*) are recorded sessions.
Arena sessions in color.
The ORE Booth at the center of Exhibit Hall A.
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Assemblies
7-08
The Francis Mission: Progress Report on
a Populist Pope and His Historic Reform
(*) - John Allen Jr.
Many Paths, One Lord, One Family of Faith
(*) - Fr. Christopher Bazyouros & Joseph
Bazyouros
Serving the World Based on Need Not
Creed: Interreligious Collaboration and
the New Evangelization (*)
- Michele Broemmelsiek
Seeing Reality with a Double Vision (*)
- Rev. James Clarke
See the Bright Star of Black Catholic Evangelization! (*) - Msgr. Raymond East
Awesome Prayer Experiences with Adolescents (*) - Steven Ellair
Art and Hispanic Popular Piety: Doors to
the Sacred (*) - Rev. Eduardo Fernandez
& Dr. Nancy Pineda-Madrid
The Early Church’s Practice of Eucharist: A
Provocative Treasure - Rev. Edward Foley
Songs, Stories and the Spirit of God (*)
- Fr. Robert Galea
The Faith of Ruth, Esther and Judith: Hidden
Gems of the Bible and Pope Francis (*)
- Fr. Garrett Galvin
Justice and the Table: Eucharistic Spirituality - Dr. Greer Gordon
A Deep Theological Truth Revealed: Everybody’s a Bit Weird! (*) - Darrell Hall
The Psalms and the Catechesis of the Heart
- Bob Hurd
Who Do You See at the Center? Creating
a Culture of Adult Faith Formation (*)
- Douglas Leal
Meeting Them Where They Are: Catechizing Digital Natives through Visual Language (*) - Lir Mac Cárthaigh
Multicultural Church: Many and One (*)
- Jesse Manibusan
Youth and Discipleship in Cyberspace (*)
- Judy McDonald
Pope Francis and the Joy of the Good News
(*) - Bro. Michael O’Neill McGrath &
John Angotti
Seeing Good Church: Healing Our Fearful
Blindness to Risk (*)
- Terry Nelson-Johnson
Religious Freedom in the United States and
Abroad - Fr. Thomas Reese
Why Should I Feel Discouraged? Facing the
Disappointments of Ministry While Singing
Hallelujah (*) - Fr. R. Tony Ricard
The Life Issues in Light of the Fundamental Principles of Justice (*)
- Rev. Robert Spitzer
Parents Matter: Involving Parents in Chastity Education (*) - Pam Stenzel
All Are Welcome: Catechesis and Special
Needs - Joseph White & Ana Arista White
How to Ask for What We Need (*)
- John Yzaguirre
Vietnamese Workshop (The Relationship
Between History, Tradition AND Evangelization of the Catholic Faith in Vietnam)
(*) - Bishop Cosma Hoàng Van Dat
SUNDAY WORKSHOPS
LITURGIES/PRAYER SERVICES
THE LOS ANGELES Religious Education Congress continues to grow – as last year approximately 40,000 delegates attended. It remains the largest annual catechetical and liturgical gathering in the world.
Living in the gift, promise and spirit of the Second Vatican Council, our liturgies have also
grown as they have embraced a wonderfully diverse church. We have worked diligently to inculturate the liturgy to authentically reflect the church of Los Angeles. Within the Los Angeles
Archdiocese, liturgy is celebrated every Sunday in no fewer than 40 different languages.
Over the years, both the Congress band and choir have grown considerably in depth and membership. The Congress band today consists of approximately 40 instrumentalists and the choir
boasts over 200 members representing six dioceses.
FRIDAY – MARCH 13
FRIDAY EUCHARISTIC LITURGIES (5:15 pm)
CHARACTER
General
PRESIDER
TBA
MUSIC
Meredith Augustin / Gary Daigle
Australian Culture
Rev. Richard Leonard
John Burland / Michael Mangan /
Andrew Chinn
Black Culture
Msgr. Ray East
John & Joan Allen /
Los Angeles Archdiocesan Choir
Contemplative
Rev. Michael Fish
Bob Hurd & Friends
Filipino
Rev. Manoling Francisco
Rev. Ricky Manalo
Spanish
Archbishop José Gomez
Estela García-López / Rudy López
/ Dolores Gomez
Arena Urban FusionLiturgy
FRIDAY EVENING PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES (5:15 & 9:00 pm)
In addition to our liturgies, we offer non-Eucharistic evening prayer (vespers) as an Ecumenical Service for Persecuted Christians. Later in the evening we will recite a rosary highlighting
the Luminous Mysteries in a multicultural setting.
Evening Prayer (5:15 pm) Ecumenical Service for
Marty Haugen
Persecuted Christians
Rosary/Luminous Mysteries (9 pm)
John Flaherty
Jazz Liturgy
SATURDAY – MARCH 14
SATURDAY MORNING PRAISE (7:50 am)
CHARACTER
Morning Praise
PRESIDER
Jeanne Cotter
MUSIC
Donna Peña / Mary Janus & Harmonia
SATURDAY EUCHARISTIC LITURGIES (5:15 pm)
Jazz Liturgy
General
Rev. Richard Rohr
John Angotti / ValLimar Jansen
Celtic
Rev. David Loftus
Fr. Liam Lawton
Spanish
Archbishop Carlo Vigano,
Apostolic Nuncio to U.S.
Pedro Rubalcava / Anna Betancourt
/ Santiago Fernandez
Tongan
Bishop Soane Mafi
Tongan Community
Vietnamese
Bishop Hoang Van Dat
Vietnamese Community
Young Adult
Rev. Marc Reeves
The Jacob and Matthew Band
SATURDAY EVENING PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES (5:15 & 9:00 pm)
Urban Fusion Liturgy
Our evening prayer is a non-Eucharistic vespers service. Later in the evening, there is a Taizé
service. Taizé, named after the monastic order and city in France, uses silence and music that
draws upon simple phrases taken from the psalms.
Evening Prayer (5:15 pm) Michelle Youssef
Tony Alonso
Taizé Prayer (9 pm)
—
David Anderson
SUNDAY – MARCH 15
SUNDAY EUCHARISTIC LITURGIES
Spanish Liturgy
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Byzantine Liturgy
CHARACTER
PRESIDER
MUSIC
Morning Liturgy (8 am)
Closing Liturgy (3:30 pm)
Bishop Kevin Vann
Archbishop José Gomez
Congress Choir 2015
Congress Choir 2015
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ASIAN-PACIFIC EVENTS
Asian and Pacific Presence:
A Teaching Moment
Today, the Asian and Pacific communities in the United States – both
those born in the United States and immigrants who came to the United
States – span several generations. This tremendous increase in Asian
and Pacific Catholics across the United States at the beginning of the
third millennium is a teaching moment. It is also a teaching moment because
of the welcoming spirit to which we are called in “The Church in America
(Ecclesia in America)” and in the recent pastoral statement “Welcoming
the Stranger Among Us: Unity in Diversity,” The Church in the United
States is enjoined “to offer a genuine and suitable welcome [to newcomers],
to share together as brothers and sisters at the same table, and to work side
by side to improve the quality of life for society’s marginalized members.”
Tongan Community
Assemblies
The Church is blessed with Asian and Pacific pastors, social workers,
educators, diocesan directors and lay leaders who are actively and selflessly
contributing to building the Kingdom of God in this country. The number
of Asian and Pacific Catholics who have been given responsibility in church
structures or are well-known in their fields of endeavor is growing.
Thai Community
Besides these living role models, Asian and Pacific Catholics come
to the United States with a long heritage of extraordinary witness of life
and martyrdom. The Church recently recognized many Asian saints and
martyrs; however, the total number of saints and martyrs could fill an entire
Asian and Pacific Litany of Saints.
— Asian and Pacific Presence, Harmony in Faith
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, 2001
MULTICULTURAL WORKSHOPS
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
1-70
Fr. Hy K. Nguyen
2-70
Bishop Hoang Van Dat
3-70
Rev. Joseph Viet Nguyen
& Dr. Le Xuan Hy
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
4-70
Fr. Viet Peter Ho
5-70
Paul Nguyen &
Bro. Rufino Zaragoza
6-70
Fr. Hy K. Nguyen
SUNDAY, MARCH 15
7-16
Jesse Manibusan
7-70
Bishop Hoang Van Dat
8-14
Rev. Ricky Manalo
8-70
Rev. Joseph Viet Nguyen
& Dr. Le Xuan Hy
ASIAN PERSPECTIVE
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
LITURGY: Vietnamese - 5:15 pm
Bishop Hoang Van Dat, presider
MULTICULTURAL EXHIBIT
Friday through Sunday
Convention Center, 2nd Floor,
Prefunction Lobby
The Religious Education Congress
annually presents a Multicultural
Exhibit, a collaborative effort with the
Archdiocesan Ethnic (Multicultural)
Ministry, to expose attendees to the
diverse ethnic communities in the Los
Angeles Archdiocese. You will find a
variety of cultural and religious artifacts,
expressions of faith or religious piety
practices, stories of saints and martyrs,
and a plethora of items from the cultures
of Native America, Central and South
America, Europe, Africa/AfricanAmerican, and Asia. It’s a wonderful
resource for catechists and all involved in
faith formation processes. The exhibit is
available throughout the weekend.
Samoan Community
Polish Community
Vietnamese
Community
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YOUNG ADULT EVENTS
Young Adult Ministry at Congress 2015
A ministry to and with adults, ages 18 through 39, married and single
The Religious Education Congress welcomes young adults and those in ministry to young adults with a number
of events on Saturday that are intentionally designed for this community. Establishing strong and vibrant ministries for young adults is one of the priorities of the Los Angeles Archdiocesan Synod. This weekend is a chance
for young adults to be renewed and energized in their spiritual life and in their commitment to our church.
YOUNG ADULT LITURGY
Saturday, March 14 at 5:15 pm
Fr. Marc Reeves, SJ, from Loyola Marymount University will preside
at our Young Adult Liturgy with music led by The Jacob and Matthew
Band! Come and worship with other young adults from around the world
at this celebration that highlights the gifts of young adults.
YOUNG ADULT DANCE
Saturday, March 14, 9:00 pm - midnight
Cost: $7 per person
This annual Congress tradition is a chance to meet new friends and reconnect with old. After a full day of workshops, networking and celebrating
liturgy, our DJ will mix the beats to keep the party going into the night!
All young adults 18 to 39 are welcome. ID required for admission.
WE INVITE YOU TO CONSIDER THESE YOUNG ADULT WORKSHOPS
The following workshops focus on young adult issues or may be of interest to young adults and those in ministry to young adults. Review this
Registration Guidebook and our Web site for topics that meet your needs
and interests. (Those marked by an asterisk will be recorded sessions.)
Clarissa Valbuena Aljentera
4-01: “The Write Way! Using Creative Writing as a Way to Access
Prayer and Spirituality”
Fr. Christopher Bazyouros & Joseph Bazyouros
7-02*: “Many Paths, One Lord, One Family of Faith”
Dr. Katherine DeVries
3-22*: “Bereavement Ministry to Young Adults”
5-09*: “Young Adult Ministry, Step by Step”
Arthur Fitzmaurice, PhD
3-07*: “Catholic Ethics Concerning Acceptance of Gay and Lesbian
Persons”
6-10*: “Joy of the Gospel for Lesbian and Gay Catholics in the Time of
Pope Francis”
Dr. Thomas H. Groome
3-12*: “Feeding the Hungers: The Hopes for Youth Catechesis and
Theology”
4-06*: “The New Evangelization – One Person at a Time”
Darrell Hall
6-12*: “The Rage Against God: The Arrogance and Hostility of the
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New Atheists”
7-12*: “A Deep Theological Truth Revealed: Everybody’s a Bit Weird!”
Douglas Leal
7-14*: “Who Do You See at the Center? Creating a Culture of Adult
Faith Formation”
Lir Mac Cárthaigh
2-16*: “From the Gallery to the Classroom: The Use of Art in Religious
Education”
7-15*: “Meeting Them Where They Are: Catechizing Young People
through Visual Language”
Terry Nelson-Johnson
6-16*: “Seeing the Gift of Body: Jesus and the Good Use of Sexuality”
7-19*: “Seeing Good Church: Healing Our Fearful Blindness to Risk”
Roy Petitfils, MS, LPC
3-21*: “ ‘It Is What It Is’: Understanding, Reaching and Discipling
Apathetic, Disengaged and Resistant Youth and Young Adults”
6-17*: “Help! We’re Busy, Addicted and Bored: Reaching Out to the
Real Modern Family”
Rev. Robert Spitzer, SJ, PhD
3-26*: “Happiness, Suffering and the Love of God”
7-22*: “The Life Issues in Light of the Fundamental Principles of Justice”
Matthew Weber
8-22*: “Renewing Young Adult Catholic Imagination”
Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
CATEGORIES
See the topic categories online at www.RECongress.org
Congress 2015 offers workshops on a wide variety of topics. This listing of workshops,
categorized by ministry/areas of interest, has been identified by the speakers and compiled to assist you in making your workshop choices. Many workshops may overlap in
content and will be found in more than one category. Not all workshops are represented.
Check our www.RECongress.org Web site for updates as well as the category listings of
speakers by topics. Note: Asterisks indicate recorded workshop sessions.
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Parish Leadership
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Confirmation
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Human Sexuality
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Restorative Justice
Interreligious Dialogue
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Ecclesiology
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Immigration
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Human Growth & Development
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Early Childhood
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HIV/AIDS
Justice & Peace
Christian Initiation
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African-American Perspective
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Hispanic Perspective
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1-01 I AM OVER FACEBOOK! EXPLORING OTHER
SOCIAL MEDIA SITES TO HELP PARISH LEADERS REMAIN RELEVANT
Instead of feeling helpless when it comes to navigating
social media, learn to harness new energy and potential
to evangelize and communicate with others. Move beyond the standard parish website and Facebook page and
familiarize yourself with other social media sites. In this
workshop, we’ll look at social media strategies to share
our faith beyond the pews. Parish leaders can learn tools
and tips that can assist them in communication.
Clarissa Valbuena Aljentera
National speaker, consultant and writer Clarissa
Aljentera is Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation
and Media Resources for the Office for Catechesis and Youth Ministry in the Chicago Archdiocese. Aljentera has presented at local and national
events, and is an Adult Confirmation Catechist for the Chicago
Archdiocese. She published “The Parish Guide to Social Media”
in 2013. Originally a newspaper reporter from California, she
now performs “improv” and writes rap based on Scripture.
1-02 IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF MARY
This session will explore the life of this young Jewish
girl whose fiat changed salvation history forever. We
will reflect on Mary’s life as an unwed mother and wife
whose love for her son took her from the cradle to the
cross. Mary’s unwavering faith in God challenges us to
walk in the footsteps of Mary each and every day.
Mary Amore, DMin
Dr. Mary Amore is an author and monthly columnist for Ministry & Liturgy Magazine. A Cardinal
Bernardin Scholar and distinguished member of
the North American Academy of Liturgy, she is Executive Director of Mayslake Ministries in Downers Grove, Ill. Dr. Amore serves as a parish mission director,
retreat director and presenter at the University of Dallas Ministry Conference. She is creator of the recently released DVD “Eucharist: Journey to Transformation, Healing and Discipleship,”
published by Pauline Books and Media.
10:00 - 11:30 AM • FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015
Dr. Ansel Augustine
Dr. Ansel Augustine has worked in ministry for over
15 years around the country as well as in his hometown of New Orleans, La., where he is Director for
the Office of Black Catholic Ministries for the New
Orleans Archdiocese and serves on the faculty for
the Institute for Black Catholic Studies at Xavier University of
Louisiana. Dr. Augustine, who also serves on the board for the
National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, has presented
at various national conferences, and has written for several publications related to ministry.
1-04 TRADING IN OLD WINESKINS: A MISSIONARY
APPROACH TO FORMATION
Do you ever wonder why so many parishes are reporting
declining numbers for Mass attendance, school enrollment and religious education? Is it really a by-product of
the culture? Ever since Vatican II, and in every Catholic
Church document since, we have been asked to model
our formation programs so that we don’t just “study”
Jesus and the Church but develop the whole person to
look, think, behave and respond like Jesus Christ. To
do so requires a shift in both thinking and approach. By
examining our primary task in formation we will rediscover possibilities for substantial growth in our ministry
efforts for all ages.
Rich Curran
Rich Curran is founder and Executive Director of
the Wisconsin-based Parish Success Group. He
formerly served as Director for Youth and Young
Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Green Bay, Wis.
Curran is a regular presenter at the major national
Catholic youth conferences and has been keynote at 30 diocesan
conferences, and speaks to 50,000 teenagers and adults each
year at parish events, missions and school assemblies.
1-05 WORKING WITH PARENTS AFTER AN INCIDENT OF BULLYING: A KEY ELEMENT OF POSITIVE SCHOOL CLIMATE
How do we talk with parents after an incident of bullying
in ways that promote a positive school climate, communicate our concern, and avoid triggering angry or defensive reactions? How the initial contact is managed can
make things worse or make things better. Learn seven
specific phrases to avoid using with parents and seven
proven techniques to prevent potential parent conflicts,
acknowledge and affirm parent concerns, and maintain
positive parent relationships.
Frank A. DiLallo
1-03 CATHOLICISM THROUGH A BLACK LENS: 30TH
ANNIVERSARY DISCUSSION OF THE DOCUMENT “WHAT WE HAVE SEEN AND HEARD”
What does it mean to be black and Catholic? Why is this
a distinct group from other Catholics? In this session, we
will look at the history and gifts of black Catholicism
and how to connect them with the wider church by a
reflection on “What We Have Seen and Heard,” the 1984
pastoral letter on evangelization from the black bishops
of the United States.
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Frank DiLallo is currently Diocesan Case Manager
and Prevention/Intervention Schools Consultant for
the Diocese of Toledo, Ohio, serving 124 parishes
and 79 Catholic schools. With over 30 years of experience in education and counseling, he conducts
numerous educator trainings and is a frequent local, state and
national speaker on the topic of bullying prevention. DiLallo’s
published work, “Peace Be With You: Christ Centered Bullying
Solution,” is a grassroots effort that is gaining momentum across
the country.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 10:00 - 11:30 AM
1-06 PROUD TO BE CATHOLIC: AN EVANGELIZATION ESSENTIAL
In this session, we will explore the treasures of the Catholic faith that give us reason to be proud and to be eager
to share all that we have been given as gift. Answering
“What makes me proud to be Catholic?” can be a primary move for the evangelizer.
Carole M. Eipers, DMin
Dr. Carole Eipers is Vice President, Executive Director of Catechetics for William H. Sadlier, Inc.
She served in parish ministries for over 20 years
as a teacher, director of religious education, youth
minister and pastoral associate. Dr. Eipers also
served as Director of the Office for Catechesis for the Chicago
Archdiocese for nine years and as President of the National Conference of Catechetical Leadership. She has made presentations
throughout the United States and internationally, and her books
include “Catechist 101: Wade Don’t Dive.”
Fr. Robert Fabing, SJ
Fr. Bob Fabing has founded 89 marriage counseling and family therapy centers – The Jesuit Institute for Family Life International Network – with
locations on five continents. The Jesuit priest is
also founder and Director for over 30 years of the
36-Day program in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola
at the Jesuit Retreat Center in Los Altos, Calif., where he lives.
Fr. Fabing is author of five books and a composer of 12 CDs of
liturgical music with Oregon Catholic Press.
1-08 A CATHOLIC IMAGINATION: IMAGINE THAT!
Albert Einstein once said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” Come to this creative and interactive workshop to discover why a religious imagination is more important than religious knowledge! We’ll
be using the arts, especially drama, to explore ways of
opening up Scripture and liturgical symbols for children.
Your imagination will be set on fire as you explore new
ways of “seeing” – and you’ll have fun!
Anne Frawley-Mangan
Anne Frawley-Mangan is an experienced educator, presenter, writer and artist who specializes
in using the arts (particularly drama) to enhance
religious education and liturgy. She lives in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and presents workshops and keynotes nationally and internationally. The former
elementary school teacher/drama teacher is Creative Director
for Litmus Productions in Albany Creek, and lecturer at Holy
Spirit Seminary and at Australian Catholic University.
In our modern world, power and authority often have
negative associations. People immediately think about
the abuses of power that we have seen in our church and
in society. In the minds of many, authority is opposed to
human freedom. This workshop will offer an alternative
vision of the authentic exercise of power and authority
in the church grounded in Christ and put in service of
God’s Reign.
Dr. Richard Gaillardetz
Dr. Richard Gaillardetz is the Joseph Professor of
Catholic Systematic Theology at Boston College.
He was Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at the University of St. Thomas Graduate School
of Theology in Houston and Professor of Catholic
Studies at the University of Toledo. Dr. Gaillardetz has authored
or edited 10 books and over a hundred pastoral and academic
articles. His major books include “Keys to the Council” (coauthored with Catherine Clifford) and “When the Magisterium
Intervenes… .”
1-10 “WE WANT BETTER CHOICES:” FAMILY AND
FAITH-BASED MEDIA IN HOLLYWOOD TODAY
Catholics, especially parents and educators, often say
they want better choices of film, television and video
for themselves and their families. Hollywood is starting
to listen, as shown by some recent films and television
programs. In addition, Catholic filmmakers are creating
some wonderful but not widely known faith-friendly
content. In this multimedia workshop, filmmaker and
priest Fr. David Guffey will report on the hopeful but
challenging state of family and faith-based media today.
He will present concrete ways that people can find media programs and use them to enrich their families, and
practical ways for them to encourage the production of
quality family films.
Fr. David L. Guffey, CSC
Fr. David Guffey, a priest of the Congregation of
Holy Cross, serves as National Director of Family Theater Productions in Hollywood. He formerly
served as Director of Novices at the congregation’s
novitiate in Cascade, Colo. Currently, Fr. Guffey
assists at St. Monica Parish in Santa Monica, Calif. He has presented retreats and workshops on spirituality, culture and faith
over the past 20 years to parish, religious, school and diocesan
groups in East Africa, Bangladesh, France and the United States.
1-11 PERMISSION TO BE YOU – THE FREEDOM TO
SHINE
There will always be some voice telling me that whoever
I am today is not enough. The challenge is accepting that
every one of us has the capacity for bounteousness. Yes,
we want to love other people without holding back. We
want to feel authentic. And yet, we listen to inner voices
that keep our life small. We live stuck. But what if we
are truly the light of the world – as Jesus said – and we
are meant to shine? What if, as children of God, there are
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1-07 ARE YOU LIVING A SPIRITUAL LIFE?
This presentation will center on recognizing “the Holy”
in our daily lives. What does that mean for you? When do
you know you are living a spiritual life? Are you aware
of how to deepen your spiritual life at this time? These
questions and more will be addressed as Fr. Bob Fabing
will use material from his recent poetry publication and
his new liturgical music collections to enliven and develop this session on the meaning of a spiritual life.
1-09 POWER & AUTHORITY IN A PILGRIM CHURCH
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resources to draw upon – a reservoir of kindness, compassion, hope and resilience? Can we return to the truth
of who we really are – to lovingly accept the humanity
entrusted to us? Am I willing to be loved for being this
me?
Terry Hershey
Rev. Terry Hershey is an inspirational speaker,
humorist, author, dad, Protestant minister and
landscape designer on Vashon Island in the Puget
Sound near Seattle. He is a nationally and internationally renowned speaker and retreat facilitator. His gardens and books have been featured in magazines and
newspapers of the Pacific Northwest, and his work has been featured on CNN, PBS and NPR. Hershey is a regular contributor
to The Hallmark Channel’s “New Morning” show, and regularly
speaks throughout the United States and Canada.
1-12 SEEING JESUS: THE MASTER CATECHIST
There is no better Master Catechist than Jesus himself.
In this “conversational style” workshop, we will draw
out of the Gospels 12 lessons on being a catechist based
on Jesus’ own teaching methods. When we truly see how
Jesus lived and worked, there is really a lot we can learn!
These are practical lessons that apply to catechists working at every age and stage of faith formation.
Bill Huebsch
Bill Huebsch is Director of PastoralPlanning.com,
the online pastoral center at Twenty-third Publications. He worked as a diocesan administrator for
many years in Minnesota, principally in the Diocese of New Ulm, where he served with Bishop Ray
Lucker. Huebsch has taught at the university, diocesan, conference and parish levels for nearly 40 years and has many published works, including “Praying the Stations with Pope Francis,” and his most recent work, “Jesus: The Master Catechist.”
1-13 THE FOUR QUESTIONS
There are four questions that we are each constantly
grappling with: Who am I? Why am I here? What matters most? What matters least? The world has a great
deal to say about each of these questions, and often drags
us further and further away from God’s answers to these
questions. The clarity that comes from answering these
questions in an authentic way leads to the joy Jesus invites us to through the Gospels, and a life that is devoid
of the complexity and contradictions that the world is
constantly trying to drag us into. In this presentation,
Matthew Kelly will explore how we can seek meaningful answers to these questions and help others to do the
same.
Matthew Kelly
Born in Sydney, Australia, Matthew Kelly began
speaking and writing in his late teens, while attending business school. Today, he is an internationally
acclaimed speaker, author and business consultant. His books have been published in more than
25 languages, have sold more than 10 million copies and have
appeared on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA
Today best-seller lists. Kelly is founder and President of The Dynamic Catholic Institute, based in Cincinnati, where he lives.
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1-14 WHAT ARE WE DOING ON EARTH FOR CHRIST’S
SAKE?
For baptized people, everything we do is done for the
sake of Christ. But we are now on mission to a sometimes hostile world, where Christian faith is aggressively
resisted. How do we answer our critics? What challenges
are they offering us to which we should listen carefully?
How do we enable our students and faith communities
to hold onto belief in an increasingly unbelieving world?
Rev. Richard Leonard, SJ
Jesuit priest Fr. Richard Leonard is Director of the
Catholic Office for Film & Broadcasting, based in
Melbourne, Australia. He is a Visiting Professor at
the Gregorian University in Rome and has been a
Visiting Scholar at the University of California, Los
Angeles. Fr. Leonard is a popular speaker at the RECongress.
He is author of eight books, including “What Are We Doing on
Earth for Christ’s Sake?” and “Where the Hell is God?”
1-15 WHAT EVERY SERIOUS CHRISTIAN SHOULD
KNOW ABOUT JUDAISM
Did you know that Judaism is much more than the religion of the Hebrew Bible? Did you know that Jews have
sacred literature beyond the Hebrew Bible (that we have
our own “New Testament”)? Did you know that Jews
mean something completely different than Christians
when we speak of the Messiah, sin, redemption, salvation, repentance and forgiveness? Come and question,
learn and explore with Rabbi Michael Lotker, author of
“A Christian’s Guide to Judaism.”
Rabbi Michael Lotker
Rabbi Michael Lotker spent the bulk of his “first
career“ in the alternative energy business, working in wind power, solar and geothermal energy.
In 2003, he was ordained a rabbi and is now Community Rabbi for the Jewish Federation of Ventura
County, Calif., and was recently invited to be a Guest Chaplain
at the U.S. House of Representatives.
1-16 SEE YOUR WAY CLE AR
“See, the former things have come to pass, and new
things I now declare: before they spring forth, I tell you
of them” (Isaiah 42:9). See! How well do we see – with
eyes of hope, the eyes of the Word of the Lord present
among us, the eyes of the community, the eyes of the
prophets and the holy ones among us? Come, open your
eyes and see what God is doing, and what God expects
us to do as we turn again and walk with our God and one
another to Resurrection.
Megan McKenna
Megan McKenna is an international speaker and
storyteller, author and theologian. She has spoken
at national and international conferences. Author
of 50 books, McKenna teaches at a number of universities, colleges and pastoral institutes around
the world as well as presenting workshops for dioceses and small
communities. She is an Ambassador of Peace for Pax Christi
USA and has won the Isaac Hecker Award for Justice and Peace.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 10:00 - 11:30 AM
1-17 WHAT’S RIGHT (AND WRONG) WITH OUR
CHURCH
This will be a hope-filled presentation on where we are
as a Catholic community in the United States. It will
give practical advice on what we are called to do to make
it better.
On Friday, Los Angeles Archbishop José Gomez conducts a live
chat from the Technolgy Center in Hall A with students from the
Archdiocese. (Transcripts from past chats can be found online at
www.RECongress.org/chat/.)
Fr. Jonathan Morris
Fr. Jonathan Morris is Program Director for the
Catholic Channel on SiriusXM and Communications Advisor to New York Cardinal Timothy Dolan.
He also serves as Campus Minister at Columbia
University in New York City. Fr. Morris is author
of “The Way of Serenity,” “The Promise” and “God Wants You
Happy,” and is regularly called upon by the national media to
offer ethical and moral commentary on the news.
Joe Paprocki, DMin
Joe Paprocki, National Consultant for Faith Formation at Loyola Press in Chicago, has over 30
years of experience in pastoral ministry. He has
served as a consultant for catechist formation for
the Chicago Archdiocese and as a parish pastoral
associate and director of religious education. Paprocki has presented in over 80 dioceses in North America. He is author of numerous books on pastoral ministry and catechesis, and he serves
as catechist and blogs about the experience.
1-19 THE “REAL” HUNGER GAMES
Based on his popular book, “Epic Food Fight: A Bitesized History of Salvation,” Fr. Leo Patalinghug will
discuss ramifications of desires and appetite as it applies
to the decisions that lead to sinfulness and sanctity. This
topic touches on ecclesial salvation history, bite-sizing
deep moral and sacramental theology, while incarnating
a dynamic Catholic orthodoxy in the modern world.
Fr. Leo Patalinghug
Baltimore-based Fr. Leo Patalinghug is a priest
member of Voluntas Dei. He is founder, host and
Director of the international apostolate Grace
Before Meals, and he is working on establishing a
non-profit component called “The Table Foundation” with the mission to elevate culture and family life. Fr. Patalinghug is a best-selling author, newspaper and magazine contributor, and host of the EWTN TV show “Savoring our Faith”
and co-host of the SiriusXM radio show “Entertaining Truth.”
Bob Perron
For over a decade, Bob Perron has been sharing
his style of standup and storytelling. He has presented in over 60 dioceses across the United States
and Canada and at major national youth ministry
conferences. Perron is Director of Youth & Young
Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, W.V., and
previously served as Executive Director at the St. Thomas More
Center in the Diocese of Des Moines, Iowa. He is author of “Lessons Learned From a God-Sized Family, In a Me-Sized World.”
1-21 OLD WINE, NEW SKINS: TEACHING AN EVER
ANCIENT FAITH TO AN EVER NEW GENERATION
The faith we profess is not cool and is not modern. The
faith we profess is not outwardly appealing to a generation that communicates through filtered photos, hashtags
and seven-second Snapchats. How do we take a faith
that is “ever ancient” and show the teens of today that
it is also “ever new” and entirely relevant for their daily
life? What must we do to explain 2,000-year-old doctrines to a generation that has seen technology change
and improve every day of their lives? How do we take
old wine and place it into new skins? Join us as we explore new ways to share the beauty of our Church and
the depth of our theology with a generation hungry to
discover it.
Katie Prejean
Katie Prejean is a youth minister and speaker from
Louisiana. She is a teacher at St. Louis Catholic High School and Youth Director at Our Lady
Queen of Heaven Church, both in Lake Charles,
La. She formerly served as Youth Director at St.
Patrick Parish in Lake Forest, Ill. Prejean has spoken at various events across the country, ranging from a workshop at the
National Catholic Youth Conference to smaller events. She is
presently working on her master’s degree in theological studies.
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1-18 THE CATECHIST’S BACKPACK: SPIRITUAL NECESSITIES FOR THE CATECHIST’S JOURNEY
Backpacking is a fun, healthy and physically challenging
way to enjoy a journey of discovery. Of course, anyone
setting forth on a backpacking journey knows that there
are many things to take into consideration and certain
necessities that need to be packed. In a similar way, catechists are engaged in a stimulating and challenging faith
journey of discovery – a journey that requires certain
spiritual resources that enable them to not only endure
the journey but to thrive on it. In this workshop, Joe Paprocki will explore six spiritual necessities for catechists.
You can’t give what you don’t have.
1-20 AVOIDING “SNAPCHAT” RELATIONSHIPS IN
MINISTRY: GOING BEYOND FACEBOOK AND
TWITTER
Building appropriate relationships with young people in
ministry can be challenging. Social media can be a great
tool, but it cannot replace personal relationships. This
workshop will focus on building solid relationships with
young people using Christ’s ministry as the perfect example of relational ministry.
PERIOD 1
1-22 SEEING WHAT LIES MOST DEEPLY WITHIN US:
DEVELOPING MYSTICAL EYES
ARENA
God’s presence inside us and our world is rarely dramatic and overwhelming. Rather, God’s presence is something that lies quiet, seemingly helpless, almost unfelt,
largely unnoticed and easily ignored. But it has within
it a gentle, unremitting imperative, a compulsion toward
something higher that invites us to draw upon it. And, if
we do, it gushes into an infinite stream that instructs us,
nurtures us and fills us with godly energy. How can we
train ourselves to see this presence?
Fr. Ronald Rolheiser, OMI
Fr. Ronald Rolheiser, a Roman Catholic priest and
member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, is a community-builder, lecturer and writer.
He formerly taught at the college level and served
as Provincial Superior of his Oblate Province and
as General Council for the Oblates in Rome. Fr. Rolheiser is
President of the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio. His
books have been translated into many languages, and his weekly
column is carried by more than 80 papers worldwide.
1-23 THE POLITICAL BONES: A MEXICAN READING
OF EZEKIEL 37?
In honor of my many Mexican and Mexican-American
students, I decided to do some reflection on potential
Mexican themes of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
in relation to Ezekiel’s famous vision of the Valley of
Dry Bones in chapter 37. It was a wonderful intellectual
journey. The real joy of my reading was “discovering”
(for me, anyway!) the early 20th-century Mexican artist Jose Guadalupe Posada. This session is a report of
my findings on how Posada’s political art helps us think
about Ezekiel’s magnificent vision!
10:00 - 11:30 AM • FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015
1-24 “SEE, I AM DOING SOMETHING NEW” (ISAIAH
43:19): CONTEMPORARY MUSIC OF FAITH FOR
YOUNG CHILDREN
We all know how young children love to sing! It lifts
their spirits and the spirits of those who sing with them.
But it is also an invaluable asset in the passing on of our
faith from older generations to our youngest. Music has
the power to teach, to help us grow, to bind hearts together and to lead us closer to God. Come and join WLP
artists Jim Wahl and Andrew Chinn as they share songs
and strategies that will add joy and meaning to your faith
formation setting and school classrooms. This workshop
is designed especially for those who teach early childhood and elementary levels, ages 3 to 8 years old.
James Wahl
Composer, musician and presenter James Wahl has
been performing children’s music for over 15 years.
He has presented at various diocesan youth events
for both the dioceses of Phoenix and of Raleigh,
N.C., over past 10 years. Wahl has served as music
director at parishes in California, North Carolina and Arizona,
including Director of Music and Diocesan Choir Director for the
Cathedral and Diocese of Phoenix, a position he held for over
seven years. Wahl is presently Director of Music at St. Francis of
Assisi Catholic Church in Raleigh, N.C.
Andrew Chinn
Andrew Chinn worked as a classroom teacher in
Catholic elementary schools in Sydney, Australia,
for nearly 20 years before moving into full-time
music ministry as Director of Butterfly Music. He
has visited 970 Catholic elementary schools, performing for children, teachers and catechists in 2,000 concerts
across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States.
Chinn has released nine CDs, five DVDs and five picture books.
In 2013 he joined the World Library Publications family that now
distributes his music in North America.
Prof. Daniel Smith-Christopher
Dr. Smith-Christopher is Professor of Old Testament Studies at Loyola Marymount University in
Los Angeles, where he is also Director of Peace
Studies, and now serves as Associate Director for
Graduate Studies in Theology. He has been honored with numerous awards for research, including a Fulbright
and teaching awards. Dr. Christopher has published over 40
scholarly articles and 14 books. He has spoken at the RECongress for the past 17 years, in addition to Catholic conferences in
Las Vegas, San Francisco and Salt Lake City.
Congress not only draws people from across the country and from
Canada and Mexico, but last year we had attendees from Argentina to
Australia, from the Philippines to Puerto Rico ... and beyond!
1-25 IN THEIR HANDS – CURRENT ISSUES IN ONLINE EXPLOITATION AND CYBER CRIME
This workshop is geared toward anyone who has worked
or currently works with children and teens who use
technology. This interactive and dynamic presentation
covers a wide variety of timely topics, including social
networking sites, new apps, digital reputation, geotagging, malware, sexting, Internet predators, cyber bullying, technology-facilitated crimes against children, and
emerging issues of human sex trafficking of minors using digital technology.
Tracy Webb
Tracy Webb is a Managing Attorney in charge of
the Cyber Crime and Child Abuse Prosecution Unit
of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office. She is a
career prosecutor mainly with child abuse cases,
and is also an active member of the Federal Internet Crimes against Children Task Force and Co-Chair of the
L.A. County Cyber Crime Task Force. Webb is a frequent speaker both locally and nationally and is an Emmy-award winning
producer of a documentary film on gang violence.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 10:00 - 11:30 AM
1-26 HOW TO BUILD A POSITIVE BRIDGE BETWEEN
EDUCATORS AND PARENTS: EMPOWER OUR
STUDENT’S EDUCATION
Char Wenc will empower you with the skills and information to create positive relationships between parents
and teachers. You and I know schools in which everyone
feels and acts as if they are family. That spirit is not an
accident, it is a mission to which everyone is committed. Your attitude is your window to the world; therefore, wash your window! Change your attitude and you
change your school and classroom. To develop a Christlike community takes effort.
Char Wenc, MEd
Char Wenc, an internationally known professional speaker, coach and author, is President of
Char Wenc Communications, a firm that specializes in building positive, productive relationships
at work, school and in families. She is a professor
in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies program
at Loyola University Chicago, and teaches in the doctrinal programs at the Adler School of Professional Psychology. With 30
years teaching and 20 years public speaking, Wenc is author of
“Stop the Door from Slamming: The Power of Respect.”
Fr. Michael White
After being ordained a priest for the Baltimore
Archdiocese, Fr. Michael White worked for five
years as the personal secretary to (then-Archbishop) Cardinal William Keeler. During that time, he
served as director of Pope John Paul II’s papal
visit to Baltimore. Fr. White is presently Pastor at the Church of
the Nativity in Timonium, Md., which has seen the congregation
nearly triple in weekend attendance, with a significant increase
of giving and service in ministry. He is co-author of “Rebuilt,”
which narrates the story of Nativity’s rebirth.
Tom Corcoran
Tom Corcoran has served the Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Md., in a variety of roles that give
him a unique perspective on parish ministry and
leadership. Beginning as a youth minister, he later
held positions as coordinator of children’s ministry
and director of small groups. Corcoran currently serves as Associate to the Pastor and is responsible for weekend message development, strategic planning and staff development. He is also
co-author with Fr. Michael White of the book, “Rebuilt.”
Rev. Thomas Weston, SJ
Jesuit priest Fr. Tom Weston has been involved in
the world of recovery since 1976, working with alcoholics and addicts. He is presently Superior of
the Jesuit Community of Oakland, Calif., where he
leads retreats for people in recovery from addiction. Fr. Weston has spoken at conferences for over 30 years.
His world travels served him in past rolls as Director of the Jesuit Volunteer Corps, his work with Jesuit Retreat and Renewal
Ministries, and teaching at Loyola High School in Los Angeles.
1-70 Tân Phúc Âm Hoá Trong Thời Đại Tục Hoá
“Không ai đổ rượu mới vào bầu da cũ” (Lk 5:37). Các
lãnh đạo tôn giáo quan tâm đến văn hoá đức tin đang
bị thay thế nhanh chóng bằng chủ nghĩa thế tục hoá.
Các đức giáo hoàng Gioan Phaolô II, Bênêdictô XVI và
Phanxicô nhắc nhở Giáo hội về tính cấp bách của việc tái
khám phá niềm vui và sức mạnh Phúc Âm, và thách đố
các Kitô hữu cưu mang sứ mạng Tân Phúc Âm Hoá cách
có hiệu quả trong thế giới tục hoá ngày nay.
NEW EVANGELIZATION IN A SECULAR AGE
“No one puts new wine into old wineskins” (Lk 5:37).
Religious leaders are concerned that the culture of faith
has rapidly been replaced by the culture of secularism.
Our recent popes John Paul II, Benedict XVI and Francis
remind the Church of the urgency of rediscovering the
“Joy of the Gospel” and its power, and challenge Christian believers to carry out the task of a New Evangelization more effectively in our secular world.
Cha Hy K. Nguyên, SS
Cha Nguyễn Khắc Hy thuộc Tu Hội Xuân Bích dạy
tại chủng viện và đại học St. Mary ở Baltimore
trong 6 năm. Hiện tại Cha là phụ tá Giáo sư thuộc
ban Thần Học tại đại chủng viện Assumption và
trường Oblate School of Theology ở San Antonio,
Texas. Cha Hy đã đi thuyết giảng nhiều nơi trong nước mỹ, và đã
viết trên 30 đề mục báo, và điều khiển 30 phút nói chuyện trong
chương trình rađiô “Học hỏi về Đức Tin Công Giáo” được phát
thanh trên 40 đài ở Mỹ.
Fr. Hy K. Nguyen, SS
Sulpician priest Fr. Hy Nguyen taught at St. Mary Seminary &
University in Baltimore for six years. He currently is Adjunct Professor of Systematic Theology at the Oblate School of Theology
and is on the faculty at Assumption Seminary, both in San Antonio.
Fr. Nguyen has lectured across the country, has published over
30 articles, and hosts the half-hour live radio program “Learning
Our Catholic Faith,” broadcast in 40 U.S. stations.
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1-27 DON’T ROB GOD: HOW TO INCREASE GIVING
WHILE MAKING DISCIPLES
It takes money to do ministry in a parish. Without money
we can’t turn on the lights, heat the building or pay staff.
Jesus also had a great deal to say about money and how
his disciples were to use and view money. We will share
the key strategies we have used to more than double giving in our parish and bring people on the discipleship
journey.
1-28 FREEDOM, COMMUNITY, SOBRIETY: THE GIFTS
OF THE 12 STEPS
There is much more to not drinking and using than just
not drinking and using. In recovery, the isolation, desperation and the heartbreak of alcoholism/addiction is
transformed into a spiritual way of living. In Gratitude
for Recovery, we form grassroots communities of men
and women who share experience, strength and hope.
With the footwork of doing the 12 Steps, we make
amends for past chaos and selfishness, and open the door
to a better way of living for individuals and for families.
PERIOD 2
2-01 IN ENDLESS SONG
Singing is one of the most expressive of all human activities, the way in which we sing our lives to God and
to those we love. This workshop will explore the relationship between the music we make in worship and the
music we experience in the world, inviting ways beyond
polarized conversations about musical styles to a deeper
reflection on the richness of God’s gift of song.
Tony Alonso
Tony Alonso‘s contemporary liturgical music appears in compilations and hymnals throughout the
world. An emerging theologian, he is currently a
doctoral student at Emory University in Atlanta.
Alonso previously was Director of Music at Loyola
Marymount University in Los Angeles and at St. Nicholas
Church in Evanston, Ill. He has presented workshops and conferences across North America and Europe. His latest work is
titled, “In Endless Song.”
2-02 RHYTHM, PRAYER, MOVE
Experience a heightened form of prayer in rhythm,
breath and movement. The rpm (rhythm, prayer, move)
method of embodied prayer will open up new pathways
for healing and inner peace through intention combined
with movement of the body, accompanied by music and
chant. Learn to apply this to your own fitness routine,
whether it be at the gym, on a treadmill, dancing, biking,
running or walking through nature. Specially prepared
rhythm and music will support this wonderful method
for deepening your prayer and spiritual life, leading you
to health and holiness! Bring comfortable clothes and
shoes.
Lisa Ferlita Bagladi
Lisa Bagladi has been a movement prayer practitioner and musician for over 30 years. She has led
ongoing studio classes in the Chicago area as well
as led workshops in movement prayer in parish,
diocesan and national conferences throughout the
country. In addition to her recent rpm project with Pedro Rubalcava, Bagladi is also a parish consultant with J.S. Paluch Company/World Library Publications, providing service to parishes
in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and the Diocese of Orange.
Pedro Rubalcava
Pedro Rubalcava is a bilingual/bicultural composer, clinician, performing artist, cantor and pastoral
minister. He currently serves as Director of Hispanic Ministries at Oregon Catholic Press in Portland, Ore. He has been a pastoral associate and
director of liturgy at various parishes in the San Diego Diocese,
where he also served as associate director of the Office for Youth
and Young Adult Ministry. Rubalcava is a frequent presenter at
liturgy and other ministry conferences on the national, diocesan
and parish levels.
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2-03 DANCING WITH THE SAINTS
Many saints and holy ones have encouraged us to “open
our eyes” to embodied practices of prayer and praise.
Through simple song-dances developed for the Abbey of
the Arts and based on the spirituality and teachings of the
saints, come see these mentors in a new way – as partners in embodied prayer. Kick off your shoes and learn
how you (and your students of all ages) can dance with
the likes of King David and the prophet Miriam, with
Hildegard of Bingen and Mary our Mother, with Francis
of Assisi and Thomas Merton. No previous movement
experience needed … just a willing heart!
Betsey Beckman, MM
Based in Seattle, Betsey Beckman is a liturgical
movement artist, storyteller, spiritual director, author and InterPlay leader. She regularly appears
as artist/presenter at national conventions, international pilgrimages and in online and live retreats
for Abbey of the Arts. Beckman is Director of Movement Ministry
at St. Patrick Church in Seattle, and for her company, The Dancing Word, which produces DVD series and resources, including
“The Creation” and “Grace on the Margins: The Musical.”
Laura Ash
Laura Ash is Music Director at St. Patrick Church
in Seattle, where she has supported the ministry of
movement for over 20 years. She and her husband,
David, have composed and published three collections of liturgical music and have created music for
many dance offerings with Betsey Beckman, whom she has copresented with at a number of RECongress workshops over the
last 12 years. Ash’s most recent work is music for the musical
“Grace on the Margins,” which debuted in April 2013.
2-04 COME AND SEE! SONGS FOR CELEBRATING
THE LIFE OF JESUS
Song is an effective, creative and prayerful way to share
the riches of Scripture with children. In this vibrant and
practical workshop, John Burland will lead us on a journey through the New Testament celebrating the life of
Jesus in song. These songs are faithful to the Scriptures,
highly engaging, and incorporate a variety of musical
styles suitable for children at the elementary level. Come
ready to sing, move and celebrate the life of Jesus!
John Burland
John Burland is an educator and composer of religious music for children and adults. He has worked
as a classroom teacher, assistant principal and religious education coordinator for over 20 years in
school and parish communities. Burland is Project
Officer-Liturgy/Music for the Catholic Education Office in Sydney, Australia. He is also a workshop presenter, composer and
touring musician for Our Sunday Visitor Curriculum Division.
He is a regular speaker at conventions and gatherings across
Australia, New Zealand and North America.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
2-05 TRANSFORMING CONFIRMATION
Given what we now know about adolescent spirituality,
effective catechesis and good youth ministry, how can
we enhance confirmation’s potential to be a more formative experience in the lives of young people? Instead of
focusing on the practical, we will weigh the merits of
what’s possible. Eight specific enhancements will be discussed and you will be asked to choose one or two that
might best enhance your program.
Saturday’s Young Adult 5 pm Liturgy and Dance at 9 pm is a Congress
tradition held at the Marriott. All young adults 18 to 39 are welcome.
Michael Carotta
Mike Carotta is a nationally recognized religious
educator, author and national consultant. His
confirmation resources include the new digital
supplement, “Discipleship for Confirmation and
Beyond,” an online download for candidates and
parents offered in partnership with the National Conference for
Catechetical Leadership, along with “Have Faith: A Candidate
and Sponsor” resource and “Spirit and Truth: A Self-Guided
Scripture Study for Confirmation and Beyond.”
Rev. John C. Cusick
Fr. John Cusick, a priest of the Chicago Archdiocese, was creator, coordinator and Director of their
Young Adult Ministry from 1970-2013. He is a parttime adjunct faculty member in the Department of
Theology at the University of Notre Dame. In 2012,
Fr. Cusick received the Blessed John XXIII Award from the Association of Chicago Priests for excellence in priestly ministry
and significant contributions to the life of the Church in Chicago.
2-07 MUST WE FORGIVE? PRODIGALS, MOTHERS
AND GOD
Forgiveness of those who hurt us is one of the deepest
spiritual struggles in life. Do we “forgive and forget”?
What does it mean to forgive anyway? How do we go
about it? Come explore these questions and more. Then
enter deeply into the experience of the Prodigal Son’s
mother as she tells the story from her own perspective,
illuminating the difficulties and the call to forgiveness in
ways you’ve never heard before.
Amy Florian
Amy Florian is a liturgy and bereavement consultant, instructor in a graduate ministry program,
and CEO of Corgenius, a company that teaches
professionals how to support grieving clients. She
has 30 years of parish and conference experience,
and has authored over 90 articles and three books. An adjunct
faculty member at Loyola University of Chicago, Florian has
spanned the country presenting workshops, training sessions
and retreats to both national and diocesan conferences.
Rev. Richard N. Fragomeni
Fr. Richard Fragomeni, a priest of the Diocese
of Albany, N.Y., is Associate Professor of Liturgy
and Homiletics, and Chair of the Department of
Word and Worship at Catholic Theological Union
in Chicago. In addition, Fr. Fragomeni serves as
Spiritual Director for the Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii in Chicago’s Little Italy. His works include the book and CD, “In Shining Splendor,” 50 Eastertime meditations accompanied by Jane
Pitz, and two works with Brother Michael O’Neill McGrath.
2-09 LEADERSHIP & SOCIAL JUSTICE: HOW CATHOLIC SCHOOLS CAN CHANGE OUR WORLD
Catholic schools are called to be leaders in a world of
change. Leadership skills can be learned and lived by
every single child within a school setting, regardless of
their age. This dynamic presentation will demonstrate
how children from kindergarten to grade 12 can use
the power of a “Social Justice” mind, the “7 Habits of
Highly Effective People,” and “Effective Behavioral
Supports” to become leaders for a lifetime. Using practical examples, Dan Friedt will give the educator a stepby-step process to support the current culture of their
school, and invite every child to practice the habits of
effective leadership that can change our world.
Dan Friedt
Dan Friedt is Principal of St. Charles Elementary
Catholic School in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He
has 35 years of teaching experience, 16 years of
administration experience and is a recognized Apple Distinguished Educator. Friedt has conducted
and presented liturgical workshops at many parishes throughout Alberta over the past 25 years, spoken to staffs, educational
departments, administrators and superintendents and has presented at conferences throughout North America.
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2-06 LET’S TAKE A WALK TOGETHER – THROUGH
CATHOLIC MASS
Beginning with the Sign of the Cross and ending with
our “Thanks be to God,” the Mass is a great compilation
of prayers, readings, gestures and rituals that come from
a number of cultures and have been a part of our highest
form of worship for centuries. This workshop will explain all these elements and more – from that Sign of the
Cross to our response at the end, “Thanks be to God!”
2-08 WHEN WE SAY WE ARE AFRAID OF DYING, OF
WHAT ARE WE AFRAID? A CHRISTIAN UNDERSTANDING OF LIFE AND DEATH
This session will explore the anxiety of dying and allow the anxiety to be a portal to hope. This journey of
life and death will include stories, testimonies, fears and
hope encountered by people facing death.
PERIOD 2
2-10 MOVING FORWARD BY RETREATING: CREATING MEANINGFUL RETREAT EXPERIENCES
The road while preparing a retreat is unique terrain.
Sometimes the path is smooth, but other times the journey can be filled with surprises or sharp turns. This workshop seeks to offer a road map for navigating meaningful
retreat experiences. Meant to support and inspire those
ministering through the use of retreats, this session will
provide information, examples, resources and discussion
on various retreat related topics, both practical and spiritual in nature. We will explore subjects such as gathering and training effective retreat teams, being consistent
while cultivating fresh ideas, and encouraging openness,
all while remaining centered in God.
Diane Gasper
Her early days as a student leader in campus ministry led Diane Gasper to realize that she could
have a career utilizing her skills. With experience
in Whole Community Catechesis and as a religion
teacher and catechist, she has worked for the past
23 years in retreat ministry, primarily as a Catholic high school
retreat director and campus minister. Gasper currently is a core
member in the development of the Cornerstone women’s retreat,
serving as retreat MC and mini-retreats director at her parish,
St. Monica Church in Santa Monica, Calif.
2-11 EFFECTIVE ONLINE EVANGELIZATION
In today’s wired world, learn to effectively share your
faith in social media venues. We will discuss how to
faithfully navigate the Catholic blogosphere, how to
parse Catholic news and information, and how to evangelize online without losing your soul in the process.
Lisa M. Hendey
Lisa Hendey is founder and Editor of CatholicMom.
com and best-selling author of “The Grace of Yes”
and “The Handbook for Catholic Moms.” She is a
technology contributor for EWTN’s “SonRise Morning Show” and host and producer for KNXT television. Hendey blogs on the Catholic Channel at Patheos and her
articles have appeared in the National Catholic Register and Our
Sunday Visitor. She gives frequent workshops and was a recipient
of the Egan Journalism Fellowship from Catholic Relief Services.
2-12 “SEE! VER!” MUSIC, SPIRITUALITY AND CATECHESIS: A CELESTIAL TRIO
Using new and transformative music, ValLimar Jansen
will lead us on a spiritual journey, examining the science
of music. Music must be important to our spiritual development, for throughout the Holy Scriptures we are commanded, “Sing to the Lord!” Psalm 150, in no uncertain
terms, states the many ways to use music to praise God.
Come! See! Experience this musical sojourn, as Jansen
shows us how to use music to stir physical kinesis, shape
the emotional state, inspire and uplift the soul and catechize our intellectual being. As Plato wrote, “Music is
a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the
mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to
life and to everything.”
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ValLimar Jansen
ValLimar Jansen is a composer, singer, storyteller, inspirational speaker and evangelizer. She received critical acclaim for her solo albums “You
Gotta Move” and “Anointing,” winning UNITY
Awards recognition in 2008 and 2010. Jansen was
the MC for the National Catholic Youth Conference in 2011, and
performed for over 300,000 people at the Loreto/Angora international papal event in Italy, broadcast around the globe. Her
latest CD is titled “Give God The Glory.”
2-13 “LORD, LET ME SEE!” – LETTING BLIND BARTIMAEUS HELP US
The two stories of Jesus giving sight to blind men are
not only pivotal in Mark’s Gospel, but are also crucial
for our own understanding of Christian discipleship. The
first story, of the blind man near Bethsaida (Mark 8:2226), gives us an example of inadequate faith, while in
the second story (Mark 10:46-52), the blind beggar Bartimaeus becomes the perfect role model of Christian discipleship. This workshop will explore how Bartimaeus
can help us open our eyes to see Jesus more clearly and
to follow him more faithfully as his disciples today.
Rev. Felix Just, SJ, PhD
Jesuit priest Fr. Felix Just is Executive Director
of the Loyola Institute for Spirituality in Orange,
Calif. He has taught at all three Jesuit universities
in California – Loyola Marymount University, the
University of San Francisco, and Santa Clara University. Fr. Just conducts many adult faith formation programs
for parishes and dioceses, leads biblically based days of prayer,
parish missions and weekend or week-long retreats. He also
maintains the large internationally recognized “Catholic Resources” website.
2-14 WHAT DO YOU SEE IN THE MIRROR?
Do you like what you see? Do you think you see rightly?
What does God see? And what do we want our children
to see? The harshness with which we judge ourselves,
the messages we grew up with, and the distorted images
that surround us all cloud our view. But there is a different way to see. As only he can, Fr. Joe Kempf offers
insight, humor and practical wisdom to help us – and
the children entrusted to our care – enjoy the freedom of
looking into the mirror and seeing rightly.
Fr. Joseph G. Kempf
Fr. Joe Kempf, a priest of the St. Louis Archdiocese,
is founder and President of the non-profit Gospel
Values. He has presented at religious education
gatherings across the United States and Canada.
Fr. Kempf is author of numerous books, videos and
CDs for children of all ages, including “Mini-Retreats for Meaningful Living – Family,” “Sometimes Life Is Just Not Fair” and
“My Sister is Annoying!” He also has four volumes of DVDs under the “Big Al LIVE” series.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
2-15 CHRISTIAN SIMPLICITY: A GOSPEL VALUE
Drawing on the Passionist Earth and Spirit Center’s Lent
4.5 program, this workshop addresses three interrelated
challenges: extreme levels of busyness and stress in the
developed nations; chronic poverty and social unrest in
many developing countries; and the degradation of God’s
creation across the globe. Embracing the Gospel value of
simplicity can be a solution for all three. In this workshop,
we will consider how simplifying our lives – in terms of
food, consumption, water use, energy and transportation –
can bring spiritual, social and planetary healing.
Kyle T. Kramer
Founder of the Genesis Organic Farm in Spencer
County, Ind., Kyle Kramer is a farmer, writer and lay
ministry program director. He is Executive Director
of Passionist Earth and Spirit Center in Louisville,
Ky. Kramer serves as President of the Association of
Graduate Programs in Ministry at Saint Meinrad Seminary and
School of Theology in Southern Indiana, and is a regular contributor to America magazine and Saint Anthony Messenger Press.
Lir Mac Cárthaigh
Lir Mac Cárthaigh is a visual communicator with
a diverse media background. Formerly Editor and
Art Director at the cinema magazine Film Ireland,
he is now Art Director with Veritas Publications,
based in Dublin, Ireland. Mac Cárthaigh has lectured on the history of the printed book. His recent projects
include “Credo,” a curriculum series for high schools in the
United States, and “Grow in Love,” the new religious education
program for Irish elementary schools.
2-17 STOP DOING MARRIAGE PREPARATION, START
FORMING MARRIED DISCIPLES
With increased divorce, fewer Catholic weddings and
empty pews on Sundays, we need to do something different when we prepare couples for marriage. What would
happen if we focused less on getting married and more
on becoming married disciples? You can do this if you
commit to a conversion process that involves your entire
parish. Discover six doable steps to revolutionize how
you and your parish do marriage preparation that will
transform your couples and your community together.
Diana Macalintal
Diana Macalintal, Director of Worship for the
Diocese of San Jose, Calif., is a presenter and cofounded of TeamRCIA. She has been keynote at several gatherings, including the Mid-Atlantic Congress and the Collegeville Conference on Music,
Liturgy and the Arts, in addition to her appearances at the L.A.
Congress as prayer leader. Macalintal is author of four books,
her latest, “Joined by the Church, Sealed by a Blessing,” was coauthored with her husband, Nick Wagner.
Fr. James Mallon
Fr. James Mallon is Pastor of St. Benedict Parish
in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, and founder of
JPII Media, which creates video resources for catechesis and evangelization. He is the creator of the
video-based catechetical series, “Catholicism 201,”
and the video-based theology course, “Dogmatic Theology.” In
2014 he produced the television series “CrossTraining: Working
Out the Whole Person” and published his first book, “Divine Renovation: From a Maintenance to a Missional Parish.”
2-19 INDIGENOUS LITURGICAL INCULTURATION:
THE AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCE
Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander peoples
have a spirituality and tradition spanning some 60,000
years. Over recent decades, the Australian Church has
incorporated elements of this spirituality in prayer and
worship, especially at major gatherings. Michael Mangan has been Music Director and Anne Frawley-Mangan
Creative Director for a number of these celebrations. Together with Australian indigenous artists, they will share
the power of liturgical inculturation offering an experience of indigenous didgeridoo, dance, story, art and ritual. This workshop is especially recommended for those
attending Friday’s Australian Culture Liturgy.
Michael Mangan
Michael Mangan is a composer, teacher and music
liturgist from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. He
is a member of the Australian Academy of Liturgy,
Deputy Chair of the Australian Pastoral Musicians
Network and Music Director at All Saints Catholic
Parish in Brisbane. The former elementary school music teacher’s 250 compositions are used in parishes and schools throughout Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. He
has been performing concerts for the last 18 years.
Anne Frawley-Mangan
Anne Frawley-Mangan is an experienced educator, presenter, writer and artist who specializes
in using the arts (particularly drama) to enhance
religious education and liturgy. Anne lives in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, and presents workshops and keynotes nationally and internationally. The former
elementary school teacher/drama teacher is presently Creative
Director for Litmus Productions in Albany Creek, and lecturer
at Holy Spirit Seminary and at Australian Catholic University.
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2-16 FROM THE GALLERY TO THE CLASSROOM: THE
USE OF ART IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Walking through a museum anywhere in the Western
world, the majority of the artwork we see was created to
communicate a specifically Christian message. We will
explore the power of these visual images and examine
the ways they can be harnessed by today’s educators.
2-18 TRANSFORMING LEADERSHIP
ARENA
The call of the New Evangelization and for parish renewal means that the Church must embrace new pastoral
models. This is a change that must be led – simply managing the status quo is no longer an option. This workshop
will explore the subject of leading pastoral conversion.
For pastors, lay associates and all involved in leadership,
this workshop will look at how to lead pastoral conversion in our parishes and ministries. It will consider the
importance of vision in any exercise of leadership, and
how to form it, share it, execute it and expand it. It will
examine how the personal charisms of leaders will shape
their ministries and their own experience of leadership.
PERIOD 2
2-20 WHO IS JESUS?
The person at the center of our lives, Jesus, can sometimes seem so distant. But by entering more deeply into
the Gospel narratives, we can come to know him more
deeply. Fr. James Martin will help you look at both the
historical Jesus (the man who walked the dusty earth
of first-century Palestine) and encounter the “Christ of
faith” (the one who performed miracles, rose from the
dead and now lives with us through the Holy Spirit).
Come and meet Jesus anew!
Fr. James Martin, SJ
Fr. James Martin is a Jesuit priest and Editor at
Large of America magazine. He is author of several award-winning books, including “Jesus: A
Pilgrimage,” “Together on Retreat,” “Between
Heaven and Mirth,” “The Jesuit Guide to (Almost)
Everything” and “My Life with the Saints.” The popular speaker
has given retreats and presented to parish groups and national
conferences, and for the past several years has been a frequent
speaker at the Religious Education Congress.
2-21 NEW EVANGELIZATION IN BRITAIN
The call to a New Evangelization of our people and
culture is a very urgent need in the British context as
it faces the challenges of increasing secularization in a
multiracial and multicultural society. This session will
examine the response of the Catholic Church in England
and Wales to this rapidly changing situation, and explore
ways forward.
Most Rev. Malcolm McMahon, OP
Bishop Malcolm McMahon was appointed Archbishop of Liverpool, England in 2014. The Londonborn former Bishop for the Diocese of Nottingham
and provincial for the English Dominican Province has served in a variety of pastoral and academic posts. Archbishop McMahon is Chair of the Department
for Catholic Education and Formation of the Catholic Bishops’
Conference of England and Wales. He was also a member of the
Anglican Roman Catholic International Commission that produced the agreed statement, “Mary, Grace and Hope in Christ.”
2-22 LIMITLESS: THE JUNIOR HIGHER
Early adolescence is a time of change, challenge and
potential. Especially in this selfie-Instagram-Snapchat
day and age. Energy to burn. Continual partial attention.
High-tech toys and gadgets. How do we embrace and
minister to this most unique creation of God? The possibilities are “limit-less.”
Mike Patin
“Faith horticulturist” Mike Patin has worked in
ministry since 1984 as a high school teacher, coach
and diocesan youth minister for the Archdiocese of
New Orleans, La., and lives in the neighboring diocese of Lafayette. Patin has been on the adjunct faculty at the Graduate School of Theology at Notre Dame Seminary
in New Orleans. He has spoken to groups in over 130 dioceses in
the United States and Canada and has published two books – “A
Standing Invitation” and “This Was Not in the Brochures: Lessons
from Work, Life and Ministry.”
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2-23 SEE THE POSSIBILITIES! FORMING DISCIPLES
Adolescent catechesis is more than educating youth in
the faith. It is about forming disciples and transforming
lives! This workshop will explore how we can explode
youth faith formation out of its old boundaries and create impacting moments for youth to connect, deepen,
engage and change their world! Let’s see the possibilities and create a new story for adolescent catechesis that
is relational, creative, experiential and, at times, even
messy!
Ela Milewska
Ela Milewska is Associate Director of Cultivation
Ministries, a youth ministry training and consulting organization based in the Chicago area. She
previously served as Project Coordinator for the
National Initiative on Adolescent Catechesis.
Milewska has worked with hundreds of parish and diocesan
communities across the United States and internationally, including the major youth conferences in the United States and
keynote at the National John Paul II Youth Ministry Symposium
held in the Republic of South Korea.
2-24 RESURRECTION FAITH
Jesus rose from the dead, but what happened to his body?
What will happen to our bodies when we are raised from
the dead? Such questions have puzzled theologians for
centuries and continue to be raised today. But a resurrection faith is more than a dogma about resuscitated bodies. In this session, we will examine a modern approach
to resurrection faith, giving new life and hope to Christian disciples.
Brian Schmisek
Dr. Brian Schmisek was founding Dean of the
School of Ministry at the University of Dallas. He is
currently Director of the Institute of Pastoral Studies at Loyola University Chicago. Dr. Schmisek
has presented at universities and several diocesan
conferences in addition to the L.A. Congress. His works include
“Resurrection of the Flesh or Resurrection from the Dead,”
“The Apostles’ Creed: Articles of Faith for the 21st Century” and
the four-volume “Catholic Biblical Study Program.”
2-25 RESTLESS HEARTS: WRITING THE SPIRITUAL
JOURNEY
“You have made us for yourself, and our heart is restless
until it rests in you”: St. Augustine described his own
spiritual journey as a “restless heart,” never satisfied, always seeking God. Reading the autobiographies of those
who have pursued the Lord – for example, Ignatius of
Loyola, Teresa of Avila, Dorothy Day and C.S. Lewis –
sheds light on our own spiritual journey. We look for the
moment of “crisis,” literally, the turning point in their
lives that made all the difference. (This workshop is
based upon his undergraduate course at Fordham University.)
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Rev. Thomas J. Scirghi, SJ, ThD
Jesuit priest Fr. Thomas Scirghi is currently Associate Professor of Theology at Fordham University
in New York, where he teaches sacramental theology. He has taught and spoken nationally and internationally and has conducted workshops, both for
clergy and laity. Fr. Scirghi’s works include the book “Everything
is Sacred: An Introduction to the Sacrament of Baptism” and the
DVD and CD lecture series, “Signs of God’s Grace: A Journey
Through the Sacraments.”
2-26 THE GOOD, BAD AND THE UGLY: UNDERSTANDING THE SEXUAL TRENDS OF STUDENTS AND
HOW TO REACH THEM
Raised by baby boomers, today’s generation is breaking new ground in their understanding of sexuality, their
boundaries (or lack thereof), and their development of a
whole new language around sexual choices. Understanding the trends, thinking, influences and language that
surround this generation is imperative if we are going
to speak truth amid the cacophony of noise that daily
invades their minds.
Pam Stenzel
2-27 SEEING HIM
Pope Francis tells us that people prefer to listen to witnesses: They “call for evangelizers to speak of a God
whom they themselves know, as if they were seeing
him.” As a young teacher I discovered quickly that I
could not be a witness to something I hadn’t seen. As
one student asked me, “Sir, do you believe this?” In that
moment the student didn’t want a teacher, he was looking for a witness. In this session, we will explore what
it means to “see him” and how our testimony can give
vitality and effervescence to our ministry.
David Wells
David Wells began his career as a high school
and adult education teacher before working for
the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and
Wales. Since then, his work has taken him all over
the world, speaking at more than 350 conferences
in Europe and North America and guest lectures at three English
universities. Wells is author of the book, “The Reluctant Disciple,” due February 2015. He is currently Director of Religious
Education for the Diocese of Plymouth, England.
Dr. Joseph D. White
Dr. Joseph White is a clinical child psychologist
and National Catechetical Consultant for Our
Sunday Visitor Publishing and Curriculum. He
has taught at the University of Dallas and at the
University of St. Thomas in Houston. Joseph is a
frequent keynote speaker and workshop presenter at national
and diocesan conferences, a frequent guest on national Catholic
radio shows, and maintains a blog on catechesis.
Ana Arista White
Ana Arista is a parish Director of Religious Education in Austin, Texas, and a National Consultant for
Our Sunday Visitor Publishing Co. Ana is author of
several books on catechesis, including “Teach It:
Early Childhood” and “Teach It: Eucharist and the
Mass,” and is a popular catechetical speaker at diocesan and
national conferences.
2-70 Con người nhìn thấy Thiên Chúa trong mọi
hoàn cảnh nhờ Đức Tin
Chúng ta thấy được Việt Nam là 1 dân tộc của nhiều tôn
giáo, vì thế con người sống trong 1 Đức Tin rất mạnh khi
họ tin vào 1 tôn giáo nào. Nhờ Đức Tin mạnh mẽ đó mà
trong mọi hoàn cảnh của cuộc sống họ nhìn thấy Chúa
được qua những đau khổ, gian nan mà họ gặp hằng ngày,
như những người bệnh phong.
THROUGH FAITH, PEOPLE CAN SEE GOD IN
EVERY SITUATION
Vietnam is one nation of many religions. When people
believe in one religion, they have a very strong faith. Because of that strong faith, they see God in every situation
of life, through the sufferings and hardships they face
every day, like those with leprosy.
Đức Cha Cosma Hoàng văn Đạt, SJ
Sinh năm 1947 tại Hà Nội, 1967 Cha vào Dòng Tên
học Triết và Thần học tại Giáo Hoàng Học Viện St.,
Pio X tại Đà Lạt. Chịu chức Linh Mục năm 1976 và
khấn trọn đời 1982. Cha đã phục vụ 16 năm tại trại
phong, và sau đó dạy và linh hướng trong ĐCV Hà
Nội. 2008 ĐGH Bênêdictô 16 đã bổ nhiệm Cha Cosma Hoàng văn
Đạt làm Giám Mục Giáo Phận Bắc Ninh.
Bishop Cosma Hoang Van Dat, SJ
Bishop Cosma Hoang Van Dat was born in 1947 in Hanoi, Vietnam. He entered the Jesuits in 1967 and studied philosophy and
theology at the Pius X Pontifical Institute in Da Lat, southern
Vietnam. He was ordained a priest in 1976, and took final vows
in 1982. For 16 years he provided pastoral care at a leprosy center; he teaches and is spiritual adviser at the St. Joseph Major
Seminary in Hanoi. In 2008, Pope Benedict XVI appointed him
Bishop of Bac Ninh, Vietnam.
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Pam Stenzel has traveled worldwide and has appeared on numerous national TV and radio programs speaking about the consequences of physical
and emotional sex outside of marriage. She is currently Director of Enlightenment Communications,
based in Minnesota. Stenzel served on the “ front lines” as Director of Alpha Women’s Center, a counseling center for women with
crisis pregnancies. She speaks full time across the country as well
as in Mexico, Australia, Ireland, South Africa and Canada.
2-28 ENGAGING THE FAMILY IN THE EARLY CHILDHOOD YEARS
How can catechetical leaders, catechists and preschool
teachers connect families to the faith and to the parish
during the early childhood years? This workshop, copresented by a family psychologist and a director of religious education, will explore ways to connect with and
involve families as we form young disciples.
PERIOD 3
3-01 SING TO THE LORD! MUSIC AND PRAYER IN
TEACHING THE FAITH
Music is a powerful tool of communication: It says
things that words alone cannot. Whether looking for
creative teaching ideas or powerful prayer experiences –
knowing how to competently and creatively use music is
one of the most important things we can do in ministry.
This workshop is filled with great ideas for both the use
of music in teaching and the leading of music in praying
with young people.
Steve Angrisano
Veteran musician, composer and youth minister,
Steve Angrisano has presented at venues ranging
from parish mission weekend youth retreats to major events around the world, including seven World
Youth Days. He served as MC for several National
Catholic Youth Conferences, the National Pastoral Musicians
Conference, and the L.A. Congress and its Youth Day. Angrisano
has shared his music – songs like “Go Make A Difference” and
“We Are the Light of the World” – with thousands of people in
more than 200 dioceses for the past 13 years.
3-02 A PROPHET FOR ALL SEASONS: THE BIOGRAPHY OF ISAIAH
As prophets go, Isaiah is a phenomenon. His book has
been called the fifth Gospel, and we hear it proclaimed
in the Sunday assembly more often than anything else
in the Old Testament. The premiere prophet of Advent –
“For unto us a child is born!” – is also the final prophet
of Holy Week – “He was pierced for our offenses, and by
his wounds we are healed.” Isaiah’s words are familiar,
so how come many of us don’t know anything about this
guy? Who is this long-dead prophet of Israel who speaks
so intimately to Christian hearts?
Alice Camille, MDiv
Alice Camille is a religious educator, retreat leader, Scripture columnist and contributor to “Give
Us This Day,” the Catholic, daily prayer guide
by Liturgical Press. Her experiences span parish catechist, campus minister, women’s shelter
supervisor, and ecumenical worship leader at the Grand Canyon’s North Rim in Arizona. Author of several books, Camille
now leads parish missions, retreats and catechetical workshops
throughout the United States.
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Rev. Christopher Collins, SJ
Fr. Christopher Collins, a Jesuit priest of the Wisconsin Province, is Director of the Catholic Studies Program at Saint Louis University in Missouri,
where he teaches theology. Formerly, he was Assistant Pastor at Holy Rosary Mission on the Pine
Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Fr. Collins is author of two
books and currently serves as the Board Chair of the Apostleship
of Prayer in the United States.
3-04 DISCIPLE-BUILDING YOUTH MINISTRY
We are being called to form youth as missionary disciples. Parishes throughout the country have found key
practices and are providing youth ministry in new ways
that help young people live their faith actively as young
adults and adults. These communities built a strong
foundation for effective youth ministry through vision,
collaboration, faith witness, connections with families
and active involvement of youth. This workshop will
explore the essential strategies and practices of parishes that are developing young disciples who thrive and
building youth ministry that grows.
Tom East
Based in Gig Harbor, Wash., Tom East is Director
of the Center for Ministry Development. Previously, he served as Director of Youth Ministry and as
Associate Director of Religious Education for the
Los Angeles Archdiocese. He is author of numerous
books, including “Leadership for Catholic Youth Ministry,” and
is a popular speaker at youth and religious education conferences nationwide, including the RECongress, the National Catholic
Education Association, as well as conferences sponsored by the
Center for Ministry Development.
3-05 SOME SAY LEARNING CAN’T BE FUN … WANNA BET?
If your catechetical setting is in need of some new ideas
and new life, then come to this workshop! We will explore how religious education not only can but should be
filled with joy and enthusiasm! Focus will be on creative
ideas and techniques that can be immediately used in the
catechetical setting with elementary children and juniorhigh youth.
Steven Ellair
3-03 ST. IGNATIUS’ RULES FOR DISCERNMENT OF
SPIRITS IN LIGHT OF THE DEVOTION TO THE
SACRED HEART
We will be exploring ways to defeat the temptations of
The Enemy of Our Human Nature and keep our hearts
open to the love the Father has for us so that we can offer
that love to the world. The challenge is to do this even
if it means our hearts get pierced along the way. Gain
some practical tips important for staying fresh in our
own teaching and ministry and which are easily passed
along to those we serve as well.
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Steven Ellair is a national presenter and Managing
Editor for Curriculum with Saint Mary’s Press. He
has been involved in catechetical ministry for 23
years and has served as a parish catechist, youth
minister, Catholic schoolteacher and archdiocesan
catechetical consultant. Ellair has been involved in Catholic
publishing for over 10 years and continues to write and speak
nationally on issues related to catechesis. He has presented at
national religious education events for the past 18 years.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
3-06 STALKING THE GAP
In her writing, American contemporary author Annie
Dillard invites us to “stalk the gaps.” In this workshop,
we shall delve into the aches, pain and sadness that is
part of the human condition and see how it relates to
spirituality and leads to a Divine encounter.
Fr. Michael Fish, OSB, Cam
Michael Fish, a monk of the New Camaldoli Hermitage, is a native of South Africa. At the age of 23
he joined the Redemptorist order and spent many
of his 26 years with them. In 1997, responding to a
persistent desire for a more contemplative way of
life, he left the Redemptorists and South Africa and became a Camaldolese Benedictine at New Camaldoli Hermitage in Big Sur,
Calif. Fr. Fish is now engaged in spiritual direction to guests and
retreatants at the Hermitage as well as directing retreats.
Arthur G. Fitzmaurice, PhD
Dr. Arthur Fitzmaurice is Resource Director of the
Catholic Association for Lesbian and Gay Ministry, based in Washington, D.C. He formerly served
as Chair for the Los Angeles Archdiocese Catholic Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Persons. Dr.
Fitzmaurice has spoken at national and diocesan conferences,
including the Faith Formation Conference, the annual Catholic
Association for Lesbian and Gay Ministry, and the Gay Christian Network. He also appears in several of Ignatian News Network’s YouTube series on pastoral care of LGBT Catholics.
3-08 THE SLAVE ACROSS THE STREET: HUMAN
TRAFFICKING OF AMERICAN TEENS
Human trafficking is the second largest crime in the
United States. Survivor, author and activist Theresa
Flores will discuss how this is happening right under our
noses and what is being done to combat this silent epidemic. Learn what modern-day slavery, prostitution and
pornography have in common and why this has become
“normal” today. Flores will also share her personal story
of being a Catholic teenager from a good family and yet
was trafficked for two years without anyone’s knowledge. She is proof that human dignity can rise above any
circumstance and impact the world, both by changing
people’s hearts and minds, and by altering the laws of
the land.
Theresa Flores is a human trafficking survivor,
victim’s advocate, best-selling author and founder
of SOAP (Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution).
In 2009, she was appointed to the Ohio Attorney
General’s Human Trafficking Commission and testified before the Ohio House and Senate in support of human
trafficking legislation. Flores received The Courage Award from
the Ohio governor and has received the 2013 Christian Service
Award from the University of Dayton’s Alumni Association.
3-09 “ ‘COME AND SEE,’ ” SAID JESUS – CELEBRATING PRAYER RITUALS WITH CHILDREN
This workshop will help you lead children to discover
their own relationship with God and with one another
through simple prayer rituals that can be celebrated in
the classroom, at home and at other times. Sr. Paule
Freeburg, DC, and Chris Walker are well known for the
music and ritual prayer celebrations for children they
have written.
Sr. Paule Freeburg, DC
Sr. Paule Freeburg, a Daughter of Charity of St.
Vincent de Paul, is the Western Region Spiritual
Advisor for the St. Vincent de Paul Society, based
in Mountain View, Calif. She has an extensive background in religious education for both children and
adults. For the past 25 years, Sr. Freeburg and Chris Walker
have written and published biblical material for children, and
she has written song and prayer texts for many well-known collections of children’s music.
Christopher Walker
Christopher Walker is an internationally known
church composer, speaker on liturgical music and
choral conductor. He served as Director of Music
for the Clifton Cathedral in the United Kingdom for
18 years, and now is Director of Music at St. Paul
the Apostle Church in Los Angeles. A conductor of choirs and
orchestras in England and the United States, Walker travels the
globe giving workshops and lectures on church music and liturgy, choral and cantor techniques and children’s spirituality.
3-10 YOU HAVE PUT ON CHRIST: CULTIVATING A
BAPTISMAL SPIRITUALITY
This workshop will focus on the beginning – the moment
of our baptism into Christ Jesus. Too often we settle into
a kind of ritual stupor and forget the power that claimed
us when we were baptized. What does it mean to have
been baptized into Christ? Discover ways to cultivate a
baptismal spirituality in the parish so that the parish, our
relationships, our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
and catechetical ministries and our ways of thinking and
acting can be transformed again and again!
Dr. Jerry Galipeau
Dr. Jerry Galipeau is Vice President and Chief
Publishing Officer at World Library Publications,
based in Franklin Park, Ill. He is past Chair of the
Board of Directors of the North American Forum
on the Catechumenate and has authored numerous publications and has presented keynotes and workshops
throughout the United States and Canada. He blogs regularly
for those interested in liturgy, music and initiation.
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3-07 CATHOLIC ETHICS CONCERNING ACCEPTANCE OF GAY AND LESBIAN PERSONS
The Gospels challenge us to welcome all into our church
communities, but should there be a limit to acceptance?
This session will draw from Sacred Scripture, Church
teachings and scientific research in considering how
we are called to love our gay and lesbian brothers and
sisters. Through addressing difficult questions – such
as whether acceptance of the person implies condoning
one’s actions – this workshop will move beyond merely presenting Church teaching toward helping us make
sense of it in our hearts.
Theresa L. Flores, LSW, MS
PERIOD 3
3-11 NO EXEMPTIONS: SERVANT LEADERSHIP
Church ministry can be a rewarding experience. To follow Christ Jesus by serving one another is a gift. The
sharing of our knowledge and experience with others is
a call from God. However, we must be ever mindful that
this great gift may lie next to a great weakness. (The
desire to lead others to Christ may sit next to a desire
to wield over others.) We must remember that the call
to discipleship is a call to service. There are no exemptions from being a “servant of God.” This workshop is
an exploration of the meaning and purpose of ministry,
service and leadership in the Church. It offers specific
insights for ministry formation and development.
Dr. Greer G. Gordon
Dr. Greer Gordon is a Roman Catholic theologian,
author and lecturer. She has served on the administration and philosophy faculties at the University of
Massachusetts, Dartmouth; on the theology faculty
at Regis College in Weston, Mass.; and as a diocesan
director in Boston, Washington, D.C., Oakland, Calif., and Baton
Rouge, La. Dr. Gordon was invited by the Vatican to respond to
Pope John Paul II’s Encyclical on Women, and the first woman to
deliver the Baccalaureate Address at Boston University.
3-12 FEEDING THE HUNGERS: THE HOPES FOR
YOUTH CATECHESIS AND THEOLOGY
Teaching theology in Catholic high schools and adolescent catechesis in parishes presents unique challenges in
our postmodern world, but also great opportunities. The
key to effective education-in-faith with this age group is
to actively engage the deep hungers and thirsts of their
lives, responding out of the surplus of good food (Matt.
14:20) and the fresh waters (John 4:10) of Catholic
Christian faith.
Dr. Thomas Groome
Dr. Tom Groome is Professor of Theology and Religious Education at Boston College, where he is
also Chair of the Department of Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry. The award-winning author has written or edited 10 books and numerous
articles and essays. For the past 35 years Dr. Groome has lectured all over the world, presenting thousands of workshops and
seminars, and has presented at all the major North American
conferences for religious educators and pastoral ministers.
3-13 WE DON’T SING AT THE LITURGY – WE SING
THE LITURGY!
Imagine your favorite movie musical – but with no music!
The same is true for any liturgical celebration, especially
the Eucharist. Music is integral to liturgy, intrinsic to the
ritual action and critical to free the gathered assembly to
pray and celebrate. We need to clarify the theology and
intent of the various ritual units of the Mass, and discover
where music can help to amplify and lift up these moments of prayer and praise. Come ready to sing and learn,
identify important resources for catechesis, and prepare
a strategy for how music will not be “inspiring entertainment,” but a platform for believers to express their faith
and deepen their “being sent” on mission.
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3:00 - 4:30 PM • FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015
David Haas
David Haas is a member of the Campus Ministry
team at Cretin-Derham Hall High School in St. Paul,
Minn., where he is also founder and Executive Director of “Music and Ministry Alive!” – an international liturgical music formation program for high
school and college age youth. Nominated for a Grammy Award in
1991, Haas has been active as a concert performer and recording
artist for over 30 years. He has composed over 50 original collections and recordings of liturgical music with GIA Publications,
and has authored over 20 books.
3-14 BEHOLD-ING THE MYSTERY: HELPING YOUNG
CATHOLICS APPRECIATE THE MASS
We have all experienced the yawns, the rolling of eyes
and the whining of souls when it comes to holy Mass ...
and that’s often just from the adults. So how do we pass
along the mysterious beauty of the liturgy to the young
church? How do we guide young souls into a deeper
comprehension of God’s timeless Love flowing out of
the sanctuary? Mark Hart will offer timely insights into
the problem, and propose some practical solutions to
help the Mass come to life in young lives.
Mark Hart
Mark Hart, based in Arizona, serves as Executive
Vice President for Life Teen International. He is
a best-selling and award-winning author and coauthor of over a dozen books, including his latest,
“Behold the Mystery,” and has created the popular
young adult Scripture study, “T3.” Hart has traveled the globe
speaking to millions and is a regular guest on several Catholic
radio programs, including a weekly spot on SiriusXM radio.
3-15 “HEY, I KNOW! LET’S HAVE A WOMEN’S RETREAT!” (AND OTHER CRAZY THINGS WE
SAY) WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND OR YOUR
STAFF
So, you want to have a women’s ministry in the parish?
But since the women are exhausted, spread too thin,
working so hard at other matters in the parish and in
life, it seems daunting, right? In this workshop, come
pray, sing, learn and discuss what works effectively for
women’s ministry on the parish and diocesan level. Sarah Hart has been deeply involved in women’s ministry
as an itinerant minister for over 15 years. She’ll share
stories with humor and honesty of her experiences in this
vital area of adult catechesis. Be prepared for fun, song,
prayer and possible spontaneous line dancing.
Sarah Hart
Sarah Hart of Nashville, Tenn., has been a singer,
songwriter and keynote speaker for 20 years. Her
parish missions and itinerant ministry have taken
her all over the United States and abroad. Hart has
performed for countless conventions and events, and
for Pope Francis in 2013. The Grammy-nominated songwriter’s
pieces can be found in many hymnals and have been recorded
by numerous artists. She has written several retreats for parish,
women’s and adult catechesis, which she herself presents.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015 • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
3-16 A NEW WAY TO BE CHURCH: RETHINKING
PARISH LIFE FROM THE OUTSIDE IN
In his 2013 Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium
(“The Joy of the Gospel”), Pope Francis encourages a
renewal of the parish so that it is “completely missionoriented.” What if parish was defined by the needs of the
world? What if sacraments were refined by a vision of
justice? What if the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
and all formation was dedicated to the formation of great
hearted people? What if Catholic schools and colleges
were distinctive by the commitment of their students?
This workshop will speak to a radically new vision for
parish life and specific strategies about how to alter the
parish orientation from self-focus to the Reign of God.
Jack J. Jezreel
Jack Jezreel spent six years in a Catholic Worker
community before turning his attention to transformative education. He is the original author of
“JustFaith” and now serves as President of JustFaith Ministries, based in Louisville, Ky. For the
past 12 years, he regularly gives about 40 presentations and
workshops per year, including continuing education for priests,
deacons and diocesan staff as well as parish, regional and national convenings. Jezreel was the Keynote speaker at the 2011
Los Angeles Congress.
Liam Lawton
Liam Lawton is a priest of the Diocese of Kildare
and Leighlin, Ireland, where he serves as Director
of Music. He has recorded 16 collections of music
and his music has been translated into several languages. Fr. Lawton’s work and performances have
brought him to stages in Europe and across the United States,
from Carnegie Hall in New York to the Anaheim Arena. He has
recorded a number of TV specials including two on PBS, and has
written two books, “The Hope Prayer” and “Where God Hides.”
Admission to Congress includes six free lunchtime entertainment and two
evening concerts throughout the weekend. Friday’s 2014 Hall B event
had Steve Angrisano, Jesse Manibusan, Sarah Hart and Jackie Francois.
Rev. Matthew Malone, SJ
Jesuit priest Fr. Matt Malone is the 14th Editorin-Chief at America magazine, where he served as
Associate Editor. In 2006, Fr. Malone received the
Catholic Press Associate Award for essay writing
and has been a special assistant and chief speechwriter to U.S. Representative Martin Meehan (D-MA). His writing has appeared in numerous national and international publications and his work and ideas have been featured in The New
York Times and The Washington Post, among others.
3-19 VIRTUES FOR ADULT CHRISTIANS
ARENA
Pope Francis has said that Christian morality cannot
be reduced to a simple collection of moral rules. For
there is another traditional approach to ethical living
and conscience formation: the life of virtue. This workshop explores the approach of virtue ethics, considers
the traditional moral virtues, and then investigates the
contemporary virtues needed by adult moral believers
facing today’s ethical challenges.
Rev. Bryan N. Massingale, STD
Fr. Bryan Massingale, a priest of the Archdiocese
of Milwaukee, is Professor of Moral Theology at
Marquette University. He is a former President of
the Catholic Theological Society of America and
of the Black Catholic Theological Symposium. The
former Congress keynote has addressed most major Catholic
social justice conferences in the country and is a consultant to
many leadership groups nationally and internationally.
3-20 CREATE A FAMILY CULTURE OF SPIRITUALITY
Long after material inheritance evaporates, spiritual
heirlooms continue to nurture the soul and shape the
character of children throughout their lifetime. Parents
who create a culture of Christian spirituality within their
home provide lifelong spiritual treasure. This presentation will suggest “starter ideas” for cultivating a family
spirituality that is flavored by the seasons in the liturgical
year with an emphasis on Eucharistic devotion.
Dr. Patricia M. McCormack, IHM
Dr. Patricia McCormack is an international formation-education consultant and Program Director
for the IHM Office of Formative Support for Parents and Teachers in Philadelphia. She has over 30
years in both classroom and administration experience from elementary through college levels. Since 2001, Sr.
McCormack’s full-time ministry includes diocesan conferences,
religious education congresses, administrator retreats and parent presentations, and she has written hundreds of articles.
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3-17 ETERNAL IS HIS LOVE
In this workshop, Liam Lawton examines the ways that
God communicates his extraordinary love for us especially when we least expect or when we struggle to finding meaning in difficult times. Woven through song are
the stories of God’s hidden presence revealed in unexpected times and places.
3-18 COMMUNICATING OUR FAITH: THE INTERSECTION OF FAITH AND MEDIA IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Modern social communications, which is new and everevolving, presents unique challenges and opportunities
for the Catholic media. Fr. Matthew Malone will examine the importance of mission and identity in crafting
media strategies for the New Evangelization. He will
also offer practical tips for shaping an ecclesial conversation that is effective, charitable and apostolic.
PERIOD 3
3-21 “IT IS WHAT IT IS”: UNDERSTANDING, REACHING AND DISCIPLING APATHETIC, DISENGAGED
AND RESISTANT YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
Have you ever had a class, group or young person
you secretly dreaded working with? Do you ever feel
like you’re wasting your time, because you’re not getting through to teens? What if you could actually look
forward to working with the toughest, most apathetic
youth? You’ll discover the real reasons young people hit
the snooze button in church, how to recognize different
levels of human resistance and acquire a new set of tools
you can begin using immediately to effectively reach
youth and once again – or perhaps for the first time – enjoy working with hard to reach youth.
Roy Petitfils, MS, LPC
For 20 years Roy Petitfils has ministered in parish, diocesan and school settings as a teacher, high
school campus minister, administrator and school
counselor. He now is a counselor in private practice.
Petitfils has presented at numerous national and regional conferences, workshops and parish missions throughout
the United States. He writes a syndicated monthly column, “Our
Young Church,” and has written many articles and has published
several books; his most recent is “What Teens Want You to Know
(But Won’t Tell You).”
3:00 - 4:30 PM • FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015
3-23 ANSWERING THE MOST FREQUENT GENERAL
QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DEATH PENALTY
Dale and Susan Recinella will begin by sharing their answers to the general questions most frequently directed
to them about the death penalty and death row/execution
ministry: “The two of you have spent many ‘execution
weeks’ with the condemned and their families. What’s
that like?” “You also minister in solitary confinement.
How is death row similar and different from solitary
confinement?” “Together, you’ve tried to raise awareness about criminalization of the mentally ill. What’s
going on with that issue?” A significant portion of the
time will be spent answering audience questions from
the floor.
Dale S. Recinella, JD, MTS
Dale Recinella has served for 20 years as a spiritual counselor and Catholic Correctional Chaplain
to the 400-plus men on Florida’s death row and
2,000 men in long-term solitary. He and his wife
have ministered as a team during executions: he as
spiritual advisor to the condemned, she as lay minister to the
condemned’s family. Dale is a national and international speaker, appears frequently on Vatican Radio and on domestic and
European radio, and is author of the forthcoming book, “When
We Visit Jesus in Prison.”
Susan M. Recinella, PsyD
3-22 BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY TO YOUNG ADULTS
Bereavement ministry usually is extended to the most
immediate survivor, but what about the bond between
a young adult (those in their 20s and 30s) and a grandparent? Plus, many young adults are away from active
participation. What is it like for them to attend a funeral?
Can it be a moment of evangelization? Would a young
adult grief support group ever work? Come to discuss
issues and practices that offer a warm embrace.
Mary Prete
Mary Prete has a wealth of experience working
with pastoral ministers. She has served as pastoral musician for the Office for Divine Worship in
Chicago for many years, and was Vice President of
Parish Services at J.S. Paluch. Prete has presented
at many national conferences, including the National Association of Pastoral Musicians conference, the Mid-Atlantic Congress and the Los Angeles Liturgical Conference.
Dr. Katherine F. DeVries
Dr. Kate DeVries is Director of Pastoral Ministries
for St. Francis Xavier Church in LaGrange, Ill.
Formerly, she co-directed the archdiocesan Young
Adult Ministry Office in Chicago, and previously
served as a special education teacher for high
school and junior high students with severe behavioral disorders
and learning disabilities. Dr. DeVries is co-author of “The Basic
Guide to Young Adult Ministry,” published by Orbis.
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Dr. Susan Recinella served in volunteer ministry
to families of the executed for 14 years, especially
during the week of execution and on the final day.
She has worked as a licensed clinical psychologist
since 1991 in outpatient and inpatient settings. She
serves as Clinical Psychologist and Director of Intern Training
at the Florida State University Counseling Center in Tallahassee. Susan has worked as a Director of Training for the last 11
years in pre-doctoral programs and is an international/national
speaker on ministering to the families of the executed.
3-24 POPE FRANCIS: A TWO-YEAR EVALUATION
In this workshop, we will take a look at what impact
Pope Francis has had on the church and the world during
his first two years in office. What can we expect from
him in the coming years?
Rev. Thomas J. Reese, SJ
Jesuit priest Fr. Thomas Reese is a Senior Analyst
at the National Catholic Reporter. From 2006-13
he was senior fellow at the Woodstock Theological
Center at Georgetown University, and from 19982005 he was editor of America magazine. Fr. Reese
is author or editor of five books, is often quoted in the press and
frequently appears on television and radio discussing Catholic
issues. Each year he gives numerous parish and university talks
across the country.
3-25 THINK OUTSIDE OF THE PEW
It’s great when our young people are involved in the life
of our church and ministries. Their spirit and energy are
examples of the living Gospel. But what can we do to
reach out to those who do not know the relevance of our
faith? How can we respond effectively to their needs?
This workshop will help you expand your ministry and
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reach young people of many different walks of life. You
will walk away with 10 strategies to implement right
away. Watch as young people and families want to be
involved. This approach may be easier than you think,
and the resources you need can be found from teens
themselves. Come ready to enjoy and be inspired. Plus,
discover ways to include grandparents!
Anna Scally
Anna Scally, President of Cornerstone Media, has
received the National Youth Ministry Performer,
Artist and Author of the Year Award from the National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministry. Her
most recent book is “Keys to Happiness,” and she
is a columnist for Cornerstone Media’s Top Music Countdown
and host of their audio show, “Burning Issues.” Scally has made
over 2,300 public presentations at youth rallies, training events,
retreats and adult education days, as well as major conferences
for religious educators throughout North America.
Rev. Robert J. Spitzer, SJ, PhD
Jesuit priest Fr. Robert Spitzer is currently President of the Magis Institute and the Spitzer Center,
located in Irvine, Calif. He was President of Gonzaga University from 1998-2009, and has published
five books and many scholarly articles for which he
has won awards. Fr. Spitzer presents over 90 lectures per year
at universities and to corporate boards, priests conferences and
other Catholic academic meetings in the United States, Canada,
Europe and Hong Kong.
3-27 TEACHING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM IN A TYPICAL CLASSROOM – BEST PRACTICE METHODS AND STRATEGIES TO CONSIDER
Approximately 1 in every 66 births each day is a child
with autism. Many of these children are entering Catholic schools for its strong teaching and safe and predictable structure. Deacon Lawrence Sutton, a clinical and
school psychologist, will outline what autism is and is
not, while providing best practice strategies and methods
of identifying – particularly the more difficult to recognize higher functioning child – and working with these
children in a typical classroom. He will review ways to
help address and manage classroom meltdowns and hand
stimming, and methods to routinely shape in and utilize
desired replacement behaviors in a typical classroom.
Dr. Lawrence Sutton is a licensed psychologist and
former Manager of the Western Region Office of
Bureau of Autism in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He is currently Director of the Pre-Theology
Formation at St. Vincent Seminary in Pittsburgh,
where he also teaches pastoral counseling. As a deacon in the
Pittsburgh Diocese, he developed and conducts the sacramental
preparation and religious education program for children/adolescents touched by autism.
3-70 Nhận ra ơn Chúa cho người Công Giáo Việt để
biết mình là ai và cần làm gì
Tìm hiểu những nét đẹp của văn hóa Việt, những ân huệ
thiêng liêng và những hoa trái phát sinh từ đó, đặc biệt
trong đời sống các Anh Hùng Tử Đạo Việt Nam, để cảm
tạ Chúa và cố gắng duy trì và phát triển chúng, cũng như
cùng đóng góp cho Giáo Hội và xã hội.
RECOGNIZING GOD’S GRACES FOR VIETNAMESE CATHOLICS SO THAT WE MAY KNOW
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE NEED TO DO
God has bestowed special graces on Vietnamese Catholics, as the Vietnamese martyrs have exemplified. We reflect on our cultural and spiritual graces, plus their fruits
in our lives today, for us to know what to give thanks
for, to preserve, and to develop for ourselves and our
neighbors.
Rev. Giuse Nguyễn Việt Hưng, ICM
LM Giuse Nguyễn Việt Hưng thụ phong linh mục
năm 1969 tại Việt Nam, dậy Chủng viện Thánh Lê
văn Phụng thuộc giáo phận Long Xuyên, và làm cha
sở giáo xứ Thánh Antôn Padua & Lê văn Phụng
tại Baton Rouge. Hiện nay Ngài là chủ tịch Ủy ban
Giáo Lý Việt Nam tại Hoa Kỳ, đồng thời là Tổng Phụ Trách Tu
Hội Nhập Thể Tận Hiến Truyền Giáo.
Rev. Joseph Hung Viet Nguyen, ICM
Rev. Joseph Hung Viet Nguyen was ordained in 1969, taught at
St. Le-van-Phung Seminary in Vietnam, and was Pastor at St
Anthony of Padua & Le Van Phung Parish in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is Chair of the Vietnamese Catechetical Committee
in the USA and Superior General of the religious congregation
Incarnatio Consecratio Missio (ICM).
Prof. Lê Xuân Hy, PhD
Tiến sĩ Lê X. Hy dậy tâm lý và thần học mục vụ, và
làm giám đốc chương trình Công Giáo Học cũng như
Viện Phát Triền Nhân Cách tại Seattle University.
Chương trình Chuyên Viên Fulbright Cao Cấp gửi
ông qua phục vụ bên Đất Thánh.
Prof. Le Xuan Hy, PhD
Prof. Lê Xuân Hy teaches psychology and pastoral theology,
directs the Catholic Studies Program, heads the Institute for
Human Development, and holds the Rev. Louis Gaffney SJ Endowed Chair at Seattle University. He served as a Fulbright Senior Specialist to Israel.
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3-26 HAPPINESS, SUFFERING AND THE LOVE OF
GOD
Three critical questions stand at the heart of our young
people’s faith decision: What will truly make me happy?
Why would an all-loving God allow suffering? How can
I transform suffering into happiness? Religious educators will recognize that these questions can severely inhibit faith – or help us grow in faith – depending on our
perspective. Fr. Robert Spitzer will speak about some
tested ways of dealing with these questions so that they
will lead not to darkness but the light of Christ. He will
also discuss his new trilogy: Happiness, Suffering and
the Love of God.
Deacon Lawrence R. Sutton, PhD
PERIOD 4
4-01 THE WRITE WAY! USING CREATIVE WRITING
AS A WAY TO ACCESS PRAYER AND SPIRITUALITY
Clarissa Valbuena Aljentera (bio 1-01)
The written word has a powerful effect on an author and
his or her readers. The hands of a writer are the instruments God uses to convey humor, compassion and joy.
In this workshop, we’ll explore writing as a way to have
an intimate conversation with God. Whether writing for
an audience or just writing for oneself, learn more about
writing as a form of prayer. Clarissa Aljentera will use
storytelling, rap and Scripture to convey her message.
No writing experience is necessary!
10:00 - 11:30 AM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
4-04 AT THE HEART OF CHRISTIAN ETHICS: POPE
FRANCIS AND THE TENDERNESS OF GOD
In “The Joy of the Gospel,” Pope Francis takes a fresh
look at the heart of Christian ethics. This workshop will
examine the central points of the document to understand
their significance for our contemporary context. In particular, how does our understanding of Christian ethics relate
to our image of God? And how can the church express
more faithfully such an image in its commitment to evangelization, the recognition of the centrality of the poor, the
concern for the common good? We are “summoned to the
revolution of tenderness” (n. 88). How do we articulate
such a demand in the pastoral praxis of our communities?
Roberto Dell’Oro, PhD
4-02 WOMEN IN THE OLD TESTAMENT: THEN AND
NOW
This session will examine stories of women in the Old
Testament in order to uncover their importance in the
religious tradition of ancient Israel and how they might
inspire women today.
Dianne Bergant, CSA
Dr. Dianne Bergant, a member of the Congregation
of Sisters of St. Agnes, is a Distinguished Professor
of Biblical Studies at Catholic Theological Union
in Chicago. She was President of the Catholic Biblical Association of America and for more than 20
years was the Old Testament book reviewer of The Bible Today.
Sr. Bergant wrote the weekly column, The Word, for America
magazine from 2002-05. She is now on the editorial board of
Biblical Theology.
4-03 MANY SPOKES, ONE CENTER
This session is designed to help all the ministries of the
church point in a single direction. It examines reasons
why all ministries must have a clear understanding how
each ministry is related to one another, since collectively, all are related to Christ. We will also examine some
of the “turf wars” that often undermine the work of the
parish and look at ways to avoid these conflicts. Grayson Warren Brown will make a strong case for “ministry
days” or special ministerial retreats, in which all ministers gather to pray together as well as reflect upon their
mission.
Grayson Warren Brown
Grayson Warren Brown is an internationally known
author, speaker, liturgical composer and recording
artist/clinician for Oregon Catholic Press. His latest collection is titled “Now That the Morning Has
Broken the Darkness.” Brown began his liturgical
ministry in the late-1960s in a small inner-city parish in New York
and has many years of experience working in a multicultural setting. He now spends his time writing, composing and travelling
worldwide, giving workshops and conducting parish missions.
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Dr. Roberto Dell’Oro is Director of the Bioethics
Institute and Professor in the Department of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount University in
Los Angeles. He teaches in the areas of bioethics,
fundamental moral theology and ethical theories.
Dr. Dell’Oro has written three books, translated two from German and is working on a fourth. He is published in national and
international journals including Theological Studies, Health
Progress and Medicine, and Health Care and Philosophy.
4-05 SEVEN QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SACRAMENTS
THAT YOU WERE ALWAYS AFRAID TO ASK
Rev. Richard N. Fragomeni (bio 2-08)
This session will offer insightful thoughts about the central experience of Catholicism and our understanding of
the sacraments. We will focus on the probing question
that we are sometimes afraid to ask: Can you ever know
God without ever sharing in a sacrament?
4-06 THE NEW EVANGELIZATION – ONE PERSON
AT A TIME
Dr. Thomas Groome (bio 3-12)
The New Evangelization reminds Christians that by
baptism we are all responsible to share our faith with
others. Most of the opportunities we have to evangelize,
however, are in informal contexts, often on a one-to-one
basis. But how can we move our evangelization beyond
classrooms and pulpits into the public square of our
lives. How can we evangelize and not appear to proselytize? How can we share our faith “with gentleness and
reverence” (1 Peter 3:16), one person at a time?
4-07 GOD IS EVERYWHERE! A CELEBRATION OF
SUNG PRAYER, UNITY, INCLUSION & MISSION
David Haas (bio 3-13)
Come on Church! Be a part of a musical celebration
where we embrace the gift that God is “with” and “in”
all of us! David Haas will be joined by Fr. Ray East, Joe
Camacho, Anna Betancourt, Jesse Manibusan and other
young saints and elders, so that through music, dance,
proclamation, stories and a renewed pledge to serve, we
commit ourselves to love all, include all, welcome all
and celebrate all – to be a blessing, centered in Christ!
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4-08 LAUGHING MATTERS: RECLAIMING & SHARING OUR CATHOLIC JOY
Mark Hart (bio 3-14)
The shortest distance between two souls is laughter. So
why is joy so often the first thing to go when life gets
busy or when ministry gets stressful? Why are we so
easily overcome with the stresses and struggles of life
and work, health or economy? What is the “secret” to
keeping our joy amid the storms of life? Come laugh and
learn with Mark Hart as he shares the wisdom of Scripture and the saints on how we not only recapture our joy,
but protect it and share it with all God puts in our path.
4-09 FIND YOUR SANCTUARY – CREATING PLACES
OF REST, RENEWAL AND REFUGE
ARENA
Rev. Terry Hershey (bio 1-11)
4-10 INCARNATION ANYWAY: THE CHRISTOLOGY
OF ST. FRANCIS AND THOMAS MERTON
Why did God become human? The typical answer –
“Because of human sin” – suggests the Word would not
have become flesh if humanity had not sinned. However,
a closer look at Scripture, the theological tradition and
the insights of key Christian thinkers, such as Thomas
Merton and St. Francis of Assisi, offer an alternative, yet
entirely orthodox, answer to this question: It was God’s
plan from all eternity to become human regardless of
human sin. This workshop explores the theology of the
Incarnation drawing on the wisdom of Merton, St. Francis and others, to renew our personal and pastoral understanding of Christology.
Bill Huebsch (bio 1-12)
Pope Francis’ “The Joy of the Gospel” (his 2013 Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium) is bold and thrilling. By it we are all called to live more simply, sustainably and in greater solidarity with the poor. This is our
call to really “see” Jesus more clearly and live by that
insight. How can we shift our gaze from our own needs
and wants – to those of the poor, our neighbors and the
earth itself?
4-12 CONFIRMATION: WINNING YOUNG HEARTS
FOR JESUS AND HIS CHURCH
Matthew Kelly (bio 1-13)
In 2014, The Dynamic Catholic Institute released its new
confirmation program entitled, “Decision Point,” based
on 72 short films, and accompanied by an engaging student workbook, a leader guide, a mobile application and
incredible online resources. But the program itself was
the results of five years of research, development and
testing. In this presentation, Matthew Kelly will tell the
untold story of what he and his team discovered throughout this process. What they learned will change the way
you approach ministry forever.
4-13 UM, GOD, WHERE THE HECK ARE YOU?
Fr. Joseph G. Kempf (bio 2-14)
What if the least likely places to meet God are actually
where God is to be found? Can we learn – in the daily
challenges and messes of life – to be surprised again by
Love? How can we be opened to see the presence of God
where we least expect? Are there ways to teach our children to do so? In his own moving and creative ways, Fr.
Joe Kempf will help open our eyes to the wonders of a
surprising God – there for those who see – in all the least
likely places.
4-14 FROM NOAH TO PHILOMENA: RELIGION AT
THE MOVIES
Rev. Richard Leonard, SJ (bio 1-14)
Fr. Daniel P. Horan, OFM
Franciscan friar Fr. Daniel Horan is a columnist
at America magazine and author of several books,
most recently, “The Franciscan Heart of Thomas
Merton” and “The Last Words of Jesus,” as well
as numerous academic and popular articles. Fr.
Horan taught religious studies at Siena College in Albany, N.Y.,
and theology at both Boston College in Massachusetts and at
St. Bonaventure University in New York. He has lectured across
North America and Europe.
In the past few years a number of films featuring religious stories have been released. Many of these films
have been popular with our students and parishioners.
Biblical epics, child sexual abuse, demonic possession,
evil and the stories of Mary and Jesus have all made it
to the silver screen. Are there themes emerging to which
we should pay attention, and what might be the Church’s
response?
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Everyone has a sanctuary. It is a place where you do not
owe anyone and where no one owes you. We are wired
to need grounding and renewal and less hurry. And yet,
we make choices – with our time and with our days –
that are detrimental to our emotional and spiritual wellbeing. In sanctuary we let this life in. In sanctuary we can
be wholehearted. We make space to see and to be seen.
We make space to welcome, to offer comfort and hope in
a world of disruption and misgiving. We make space for
God’s invitation to dance. Accept this invitation to begin
a journey, to find – to embrace your sanctuary places –
and to visit them often. You will be glad you did.
4-11 SEE ANEW: THE JOY OF JUST LIVING
PERIOD 4
4-15 SACRED MUSIC FOR LITURGY AND CATECHESIS
Catechesi Tradendae (nos. 67 and 68), Pope John Paul
II’s 1979 Apostolic Exhortation, states, “[T]he parish
community must continue to be the prime mover and
pre-eminent place for catechesis.” This “pre-eminent
place for catechesis” reminds us that the liturgy should
be the source and summit of our faith lives. Music plays
a unique role in this dual experience that feeds the needs
of both liturgy and faith formation. Explore music in a
variety of styles and forms that was created intentionally
for liturgy and catechesis.
Tom Kendzia
Tom Kendzia, the well-known composer, arranger,
producer, teacher, clinician, author and performer, has been a professional liturgical musician for
more than 30 years. He is currently Music and
Liturgy Consultant for Harcourt Religion Publishers and Music Director at Christ the King Church in Kingston,
R.I. Since 1980, Kendzia has appeared at national and diocesan
gatherings throughout Europe, Canada and the United States.
He has 15 collections of liturgical and instrumental music.
Santiago Fernandez
Santiago Fernandez has been active in parish ministry for the past 25 years and is currently Music
Minister at the Church of the Holy Family in Novi,
Mich. He is also a clinician and composer for Oregon Catholic Press. Fernandez has spoken and
performed at diocesan, regional and national conferences for
the last eight years. He has been a member of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Advisory Council and music
director for the National Catholic Council for Hispanic Ministry.
4-16 WALKING TALL WITH OUR IMMIGRANT BROTHERS AND SISTERS
This workshop will trace the biblical, historical and national aspects of immigrants and immigration policy.
The plight of today’s unauthorized immigrants living in
our midst is deplorable – an ethical and moral issue that
cries out for the love and compassion of Jesus Christ and
his disciples. All Catholics involved in any Church ministry need to know the truth about immigration policy
and reform efforts. Sadly, too much of the public discussion of this issue is false and anti-immigrant.
Cardinal Roger M. Mahony
Cardinal Roger Mahony led the Los Angeles Archdiocese from 1985 until his retirement in 2011. Born
in Hollywood, he was the first native Angeleno to
be elevated to the position of Cardinal. Cardinal
Mahony oversaw the design and building of the
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, and since his retirement,
he has devoted himself exclusively to the cause of comprehensive
immigration reform on behalf of our immigrant brothers and sisters. Recently, Cardinal Mahony celebrated his golden jubilee
(50 years) as a member of the priesthood.
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4-17 TAKING THE NEXT STEP: DISCIPLESHIP AS
PROCESS
Fr. James Mallon (bio 2-18)
The Great Commission (Matt. 28) instructs the Church
to make disciples. How do we make disciples, and what
does discipleship look like? Drawing from the 2007
“Aparecida Document” (the Latin American bishops’
report shaped by Cardinal Jorge Bergolio and Evangelii
Gaudium), this workshop will look at discipleship as one
aspect of the process of making, what Pope Francis calls,
“missionary disciples.” We will explore this context of
discipleship and, in turn, how discipleship is the context
for catechesis. Finally, we will explore models of discipleship that can be utilized in parishes and what can be
done to create a culture of discipleship in our parishes.
4-18 YOUTH AT RISK: RESPONDING TO CRISIS
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and powerless when our
young people are hurting and in crisis. During this session, we will describe crisis signs and causes among
young people, identify distress signals and consider possible responses to youth in crisis. We will also look at
the three “R’s”: recognition, response, and referral skills.
Robert J. McCarty, DMin
Dr. Bob McCarty is Executive Director of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry,
based in Washington, D.C. He has been in youth
ministry since 1973, serving in parish, school, community and diocesan settings. McCarty also provides training in ministry skills and issues internationally. He
serves as a volunteer in his parish youth ministry and catechetical programs at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Fulton, Md., and
his hobbies include cycling, rock climbing and grandparenting!
4-19 IS THERE AN APP FOR THAT? BEST PRACTICES
FOR INTEGRATING SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL
TECHNOLOGIES INTO FAITH FORMATION
How can social media and other digital technologies be
used in faith formation? Are you tired of working harder
not smarter when it comes to ministry and technology?
This workshop will answer these questions and explore
free or inexpensive Internet-based technologies that will
help you integrate technology into your work as a ministry leader.
Charlotte McCorquodale, PhD
Originally from Lake Charles, La., Dr. Charlotte
McCorquodale is President of Ministry Training
Source, based in Metairie, La., Her professional
career in Catholic youth ministry and lay ecclesial
ministry has spanned four decades serving in parish, school, diocesan and university ministry settings. Dr. McCorquodale serves as an international educator, researcher and
consultant in the fields of lay ecclesial ministry, certification
standards and processes, youth ministry and e-learning.
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4-20 HISPANIC MINISTRY IN CATHOLIC PARISHES:
INSIGHTS FROM A NATIONAL STUDY
About a full quarter of all Catholic parishes in the United States directly serve Spanish-speaking Catholics and
their families. This is part of a growing trend transforming the Catholic experience in the country. After three
years of research on these communities (2011-2014), the
National Study of Catholic Parishes with Hispanic Ministry is yielding its initial results. In this session, we will
look at important statistics, trends, questions, transitions
and strategies to better plan ministry and catechesis with
Hispanic Catholics locally, regionally and nationally.
Hosffman Ospino, PhD
Dr. Hosffman Ospino served as the principal investigator for the National Study of Catholic Parishes
with Hispanic Ministry. He is Assistant Professor
of Pastoral Theology and Religious Education at
Boston College’s School of Theology and Ministry,
where he is also Director of Graduate Programs in Hispanic
Ministry. Dr. Ospino has presented in Europe, Latin America
and the United States, and he has numerous published articles.
He is currently working on a book on multicultural congregations as well as one on parishes with Hispanic ministries.
Sr. Barbara E. Reid, OP, PhD
Sr. Barbara Reid, a Dominican Sister of Grand
Rapids, Mich., is Vice President and Academic
Dean at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago,
where she has taught as Professor of New Testament Studies since 1988. Her numerous speaking
engagements take her annually throughout Ireland, New Zealand, Bolivia, Peru, Brazil, Canada and the United States. Sr.
Reid is author of a three-volume set entitled, “Abiding Word:
Sunday Reflections for Year A, B, C.”
4-22 SEEING WITH THE EYES OF THE SOUL: THE
CHALLENGE TO CURE OUR BLINDNESS
Fr. Ronald Rolheiser, OMI (bio 1-22)
We are meant to see with the eyes of the soul, that is,
to see with understanding. When the Beloved Disciple
came to the tomb on Easter morning, he looked into the
tomb and, we are told, he saw and he understood. We
can look without seeing and we can see without understanding. What are the real cataracts blurring our vision?
What specific challenges from Jesus are meant to cure
our blindness, to see with understanding?
Rev. Greg Boyle, SJ
Fr. Greg Boyle is founder and Executive Director
of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang rehabilitation program in the United States. The native Angeleno was ordained a Jesuit priest and transformed
by his work in Bolivia, Mexico and Folsom State
Prison in California. It was in the Boyle Heights community of
Los Angeles that Fr. Boyle started Homeboy Industries. He is
author of the New York Times best-selling book, “Tattoos on the
Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion.”
Mike Farrell
Mike Farrell, an activist best-known for his portrayal of Army Capt. B.J. Hunnicutt in the TV series
“M*A*S*H,” is President of Death Penalty Focus.
As a host and narrator of documentaries, He has
talked about alcoholism, caring for the environment, children of divorce and the death penalty. Farrell also
served on the Board of Directors of the National Coalition to
Abolish the Death Penalty and is the former Co-Chair of the
California Committee of Human Rights Watch.
Javier Stauring
Javier Stauring is Co-Director of the Office of Restorative Justice for the Los Angeles Archdiocese.
Since 1996, he has overseen the largest Catholic
detention ministry program in the nation. Stauring
supervises programs at all juvenile halls and probation camps in Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. He also oversees three other restorative justice programs:
Ministry to Victims of Crime, Ministry to Families of the Incarcerated, and Ministry to the Formerly Incarcerated.
Dionne Wilson
In 2005, Dionne Wilson’s husband, a police officer
in San Leandro, Calif., was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance call. Raising two young
children and stricken with grief, she struggled in
the months that followed. Though her husband’s
shooter was caught, true solace only came when Wilson began
helping other victims heal and promoting smarter justice policies. She has been interviewed by newspapers, TV and radio and
has been a guest speaker at many anti-violence conferences.
4-24 STORIES OF SPIRITUAL WISDOM
In the spiritual traditions of the world, storytelling has
always been placed in the service of spiritual development. From earliest times, spiritual teachers have crafted
stories to introduce people into the subtle dynamics of
the spiritual life. Although the stories are historically
conditioned and rife with the assumptions and conflicts
of the times, they are still able to express and communicate spiritual wisdom. We will tell select stories from
diverse spiritual traditions and develop their wisdom.
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4-21 JESUS AS FOOTWASHER & THE LEADERSHIP
OF POPE FRANCIS
Sr. Barbara Reid will offer reflections on how Jesus, in
the Gospel of John, exemplifies in the washing of his
disciples’ feet what it is to be a disciple and leader who is
willing to lay down his life for his friends out of love. In
addition, she will show how Pope Francis embodies this
in his leadership and invites us to do likewise.
4-23 WHO AM I TO JUDGE?
In this session, our gathered panelists will inform and
invite us to reflect on the impact that the death penalty
has on us as people of faith and as a society. The panel
will be moderated by Chaplain Javier Stauring and will
include Fr. Greg Boyle, who will share the Church’s position from his experience in gang rehabilitation; Dionne
Wilson, whose husband was murdered and now speaks
out against the death penalty; and actor Mike Farrell, who
will address the efforts in California to end executions.
PERIOD 4
John Shea
John Shea is a Senior Fellow at the Ministry Leadership Center in Chicago, which creates ministerial
formation programming for the senior leadership of
five Catholic healthcare systems. He has published
25 books of theology and spirituality, two books of
poetry, three works of fiction and over 60 articles. In addition
to his work in faith-based health care, Shea is a theologian and
storyteller who lectures nationally and internationally on storytelling in world religions and the spirit-at-work movement.
4-25 THE FIVE THINGS EVERY PARENT NEEDS
FROM THE CHURCH
Never underestimate the empowering nature of support
when we attempt to partner with parents to help them
“bring home the faith.” In fact, support is just one of
the five things that every parent needs to hear and experience from the church. Come find out what the other
four are and how focusing on these five elements will
not only transform your faith-formation practices, but
will serve to renew both the domestic and the universal
churches to which you minister.
Michael Theisen
Michael Theisen has been involved in youth ministry and faith formation for 30 years, authoring
more than 15 books and numerous articles. His
experience as a speaker, trainer and ministry leader reaches from parish to diocesan and national
levels. Theisen, based in Rochester, N.Y., serves as Director of
Training and Formation for the National Federation for Catholic
Youth Ministry in Washington, D.C. and also helps coordinate
two national initiatives: Strong Catholic Families and the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis.
4-26 SEE THE BEAUTY & DANCE A SONG OF PRAISE
Through the use of sacred dance, our human artistry
manages to underscore the living beauty of the Word
of God made flesh. Come and respond to his invitation
to the dance – embrace the beauty of sacred movement.
See God’s beauty in ourselves and dance his praise. This
interactive workshop will be led by John West, Artistic
Director of the Valyermo Dancers. All levels of experience are welcome.
John West, Obl OSB, MEd, MA
John West, an oblate of St. Andrew’s Abbey in
Valyermo, Calif., is a sacred and liturgical dance
workshop leader and clinician. He also serves as
an Educational Consultant for independent schools
and schools for the gifted. A member of the North
American Academy of Liturgy, West has been an international
and national workshop leader and lecturer. His experience with
the Religious Education Congress began in 1970, and has served
on the Congress Liturgy Committee since 1991.
10:00 - 11:30 AM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
4-27 COMMUNICATING FOR CHANGE
Fr. Michael White & Tom Corcoran (bios 1-27)
Words have power, and the Word of God has even greater power. Each week pastors, priests, deacons and youth
ministers bring God’s Word and his power to audiences.
In this session, we will share key strategies for making
homilies and spoken communication most impacting.
4-28 UNDERSTANDING & STRENGTHENING SPIRITUAL RESILIENCE
The simple care of a hopeful heart is an essential undertaking – not only for ourselves but also for those who
count on us. Spiritual resilience is not simply bouncing
back from adversity; it is much, much more. It is a deepening of our relationship with God and our understanding of ourselves as a result of adversity. In this session,
author and mentor Dr. Robert Wicks will address the
topics of doubt, cynicism and faith, the three essential
calls, the hidden enemies of a healthy spiritual perspective, and refreshing your soul.
Dr. Robert J. Wicks
Dr. Robert Wicks is on the faculty of Loyola University Maryland. The psychologist, speaker and
author has taught in universities and professional
schools of psychology, medicine, nursing, theology and social work. Dr. Wicks has published over
50 books, and has received the first Excellence in Professional
Psychology from Widener University. In 1996 he was awarded a
Papal Medal from Pope John Paul II for service to the Church.
4-70 Hiểu biết về Hôn Nhân và Tiêu Hôn
Mục đích chính của chủ đề hôm nay hướng dẫn chúng ta
về ý nghĩa của hôn nhân và kết quả khi người Việt Nam
xin tiêu hôn trong Giáo Phận Orange. Người đệ đơn và
người hối đơn phải làm gì và văn phòng Tòa Án hôn
phối sẽ hướng dẫn thế nào họ làm thủ tục tiêu hôn?
AN UNDERSTANDING OF MARRIAGE AND
MARRIAGE NULLITY
This session will focus on the meaning of marriage and
on issues when a Vietnamese is applying for marriage
nullity in the Diocese of Orange: What should the petitioner and respondent do, and how can the Tribunal assist
them in the process of applying for a marriage nullity?
Rev. Việt Peter Hồ
Cha Việt Peter Hồ đuợc thụ phong linh mục cho
Giáo Phận Orange vào năm 2000. Ngài hoàn tất
chương trình giáo luật tại Giáo Hoàng Học Viện
Gregoriana tại Roma vào năm 2008. Ngài đã từng
phục vụ cho các giáo xứ đa dạng văn hóa. Hiện tại
ngài là Phụ Tá Tư Pháp và Giám Đốc cho Tòa Án Hôn Phối cho
Giáo Phận Orange.
Rev. Viet Peter Ho
Fr. Viet Peter Ho was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese
of Orange, Calif., in 2000. He completed his canon law studies
at the Gregorian Pontifical University in Rome. He has served in
several multicultural parishes, and currently serves as Director
for the Marriage Tribunal of the Diocese of Orange.
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5-01 ALL THINGS CATHOLIC: WHAT’S HOT AND
WHAT’S NOT IN THE GLOBAL CHURCH
Veteran Vatican writer John Allen takes a 360-degree
look at the highlights and lowlights of Catholic news
in the past 12 months, drawing out a few big-picture
conclusions about what it all means, and then outlining
some important stories to watch in the year to come. This
session is for Catholics who want a keen sense of what’s
happening in their Church, not just in the United States,
but in Rome and around the world.
John L. Allen, Jr.
John Allen is Associate Editor at The Boston Globe,
specialized in coverage of the Vatican and the
Catholic Church. He also serves as senior Vatican
analyst for CNN, and for 16 years was a correspondent for the National Catholic Reporter. Allen is
author of nine books and is also a popular speaker on Catholic
affairs both in the United States and internationally.
Donna Anderle
Donna Anderle, an accomplished dancer, teacher
and choreographer, is a nationally known liturgical dancer. She is on the teaching faculty of the
Cincinnati Ballet and Ballet Theatre Midwest and
is involved in Cincy Dance, an outreach program
for Cincinnati inner-city schools. Anderle gives workshops, keynote presentations and dance in concert and has choreographed
for major conferences across the country. Her work is compiled
in four choreography books and a video with Oregon Catholic
Press.
5-03 HOW PROPHETS AND MYSTICS “SEE”
This session is a basic introduction to the social justice
teachings of the Church and a reflection on how to live
them in our border/global communities. Prophets and
mystics see the fulfillment of hope unfolding in our engagement and solidarity with the poor.
Rev. Greg Boyle, SJ
Fr. Greg Boyle is founder and Executive Director
of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang rehabilitation program in the United States. The native Angeleno was ordained a Jesuit priest in 1984, and was
transformed by his work in Bolivia, Mexico and
Folsom State Prison in California with those who “live at the
margins.” It was the Boyle Heights community of Los Angeles
that Fr. Boyle started Homeboy Industries. He is author of the
New York Times best-selling book, ”Tattoos on the Heart: The
Power of Boundless Compassion.”
5-05 IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH: HOW THE
CATHOLIC CHURCH IS CONFRONTING HIV
AND AIDS AROUND THE WORLD
For more than 70 years, the Catholic community in the
United States has sought to live out two primary Gospel
imperatives – to comfort the afflicted, and to share the
Good News to the ends of the earth. Since the 1980s,
the Catholic Church along with others of good will have
been at the forefront of the global HIV pandemic. Join
Catholic Relief Services’ Michele Broemmelsiek as she
recounts the story of how the Catholic community in the
United States has remained at the side of those we serve
– in times of sickness and in times of health.
Michele F. Broemmelsiek
Based in Baltimore, Michele Broemmelsiek is a seasoned international development specialist with over
19 years of experience managing teams in resourcepoor settings. Since 1995, Broemmelsiek has served
in various capacities with CRS, including the Global
Chief of Party of the AIDS Relief consortium, which provides care
and treatment to over 700,000 people living with HIV in 10 countries in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. She currently
serves as Vice President for Overseas Operations supporting the
agency’s operations across the globe.
5-06 YES, LORD, I BELIEVE! SINGING OUR FAITH
WITH CHILDREN
Msgr. Arturo Bañuelas
Missionary and author, Msgr. Arturo Bañuelas is
a native of the Diocese of El Paso, Texas, where
he serves as Pastor of San Marcos Parish and Administrator of San Juan Bautista Parish. In 1989,
he co-founded the Academy of Catholic Hispanic
Theologians of the United States. Msgr. Bañuelas was also
founding Director of the Tepeyac Institute, one of the largest diocesan ministry formation centers in the United States. He serves
as a member of various boards and commissions and presents at
conferences in dioceses across the country.
John Burland (bio 2-04)
How can we use music and simple gesture to pass on the
riches of our Catholic faith tradition? In this workshop,
Australian educator and composer John Burland will
model a variety of engaging learning activities that will
energize faith formation across a range of catechetical
themes. Using song as the foundation for these activities,
Burland will demonstrate how the use of music can assist in deepening children’s understanding of Scripture,
doctrine and sacraments. This workshop will keep you
singing and moving as we celebrate our Catholic faith
and proudly proclaim – Yes, Lord, I believe!
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5-02 CONNECTING MOVEMENT TO THE WORD
This session will be an intermediate/advanced class in
the art of dance in liturgy with a focus on choosing choreography that connects to the prayer. Learn how to prepare for and execute dances that tell a story or convey
a powerful message – dancing “from the inside – out!”
Participants will also have the opportunity to work in
small groups to create their own special pieces. Wear
clothing that will allow you to move!
5-04 SINGING THE SONG WITHOUT THE WORDS:
HOPE, HUMILITY AND MINISTRY TO FOLKS
ON THE MARGINS
This session will look at the power of hope, universal
kinship and unconditional love as a means to fight despair and decrease marginalization. Through stories and
parables, attendees will be reminded that no life is less
valuable than another.
PERIOD 5
5-07 THE OLD GRAVEL ROAD: STORYTELLING AND
SONG FROM THE HEARTLAND ARENA
Telling our stories is a healing practice. And when we
heal ourselves, we have the potential to restore one another. Jeanne Cotter, known for her vivid musical storytelling, along with her uncle Michael Cotter, a Minnesota farmer and national award-winning storyteller,
invite you to experience the value of your own life,
through song, musical prayer and the mirror of storytelling. Joined by Liam Lawton, Tony Alonso and Betsey
Beckman, this event will leave you transformed, ready
to share your own story and be wholly present to another’s. This is where healing begins.
Jeanne Cotter
Jeanne Cotter is a liturgical composer, author, parish mission director and active singer-songwriter.
For over a decade she has performed her original
piano works and songs throughout the United States
and Canada. Jeanne shares her heart warming and
humorous stories of growing up in an Irish Catholic family in
southern Minnesota and what she calls “the authority of experience.” Her latest work, “The Old Gravel Road,” is due in 2015.
Michael Cotter
National award-winning storyteller Michael Cotter (and uncle to Jeanne Cotter) has performed
throughout the United States, including the Smithsonian Folk Festival, National Storytelling Festival, television and radio broadcasts, schools, retreats, fairs and festivals. Michael starred in a healing stories
film used by the Mayo Clinic. At 83, he still spends his days farming outside of Austin, Minn.
Liam Lawton
Liam Lawton is a priest of the Diocese of Kildare
and Leighlin, Ireland, where he serves as Director
of Music. He has recorded 15 collections of music and has written two books; his most recent is
“Where God Hides.” Fr. Lawton’s music has been
translated into many languages and he has recorded two PBS
specials. He has presented at conferences in Europe and across
the United States and regularly presents at the L.A. Congress.
Tony Alonso
Tony Alonso’s contemporary liturgical music appears in numerous compilations and hymnals,
and he has presented at liturgy, music and theology conferences throughout the world. Alonso is
currently a doctoral candidate in the Graduate
Division of Religion at Emory University in Atlanta. Formerly,
he served as Director of Music for Campus Ministry at Loyola
Marymount University in Los Angeles.
Betsey Beckman
Based in Seattle, Betsey Beckman is a liturgical
movement artist, storyteller, spiritual director, author and InterPlay leader. She regularly appears
as artist/presenter at national conventions, online
retreats and international pilgrimages. Beckman is
Director of Movement Ministry at St. Patrick Church in Seattle
and Director of The Dancing Word, her company that produces
DVDs celebrating women’s arts and spirituality.
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1:00 - 2:30 PM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
5-08 TEACHING FOR DISCIPLESHIP: THE CALL, THE
CHALLENGE, THE DIFFERENCE
Michael Carotta (bio 2-05)
What is the Church asking us to do regarding faith formation? How is that call different than what we’ve done
in the past? What skills are needed? We will share background, techniques and examples related to Teaching for
Discipleship (T4D) with children, youth and/or adults.
5-09 YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY, STEP BY STEP
Today’s Catholic young adults (20s and 30s, married and
single) are not as present or active in our parishes and
organizations as previous generations were at their age.
Kate DeVries will present a method for changing that.
Come to learn practical strategies and suggestions for
effective outreach, invitation and programming, with the
goal of integrating young adults into greater participation in our parishes and organizations. Whether you are a
young adult, minister or someone interested in possibilities, come join us to explore what can be.
Dr. Katherine F. DeVries
Dr. Kate DeVries is Director of Pastoral Ministries
for St. Francis Xavier Church in LaGrange, Ill. She
formerly co-directed the archdiocesan Young Adult
Ministry Office in Chicago, and previously served
as a special education teacher for high school and
junior high students with severe behavioral disorders and learning disabilities. Dr. DeVries is co-author of “The Basic Guide to
Young Adult Ministry,” published by Orbis.
5-10 BULLYING PREVENTION: CATHOLIC IS EVIDENCE-BASED!
Frank A. DiLallo (bio 1-05)
Bullying is viewed as the abhorrent social norm, and the
world seems to be frantically searching for answers to
solve this growing epidemic. Why are so many acting as
if answers don’t exist? All the answers and evidence in
preventing and responding to bullying have been readily
available for over 2,000 years. The Gospel is the best
bullying prevention manual ever written! Jesus walked
this earth to teach us how to love, serve and obey. Keep
the faith, the evidence is that Catholic is bullying prevention. This workshop will focus on connecting Scripture
and practical youth and parent strategies to create and
maintain a Christ-centered Catholic parish community.
5-11 HOW TO BREAK THE CHAINS OF SLAVERY IN
THE UNITED STATES
Theresa L. Flores, LSW, MS (bio 3-08)
We know that slavery still exists, even in the United
States. But how do we stop it? Survivor, activist and licensed social worker Theresa Flores will discuss many
ways that students, teachers, ministers and parents can
combat this growing evil – from simple hands-on activities, prayer and letter writing, to actively participating in
being the change.
Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
PERIOD 5
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
5-12 NEW TESTAMENT EUCHARISTIC PRACTICE:
AN UNEXPLORED RESOURCE
Fr. Edward Foley will focus on the Gospel parables as
the foundation for contemporary Eucharistic practice.
Reflections upon Jesus’ table ministry, multiplication
stories and post-resurrectional meals will prepare for a
consideration of the Last Supper accounts. The provocative and disruptive nature of Jesus’ table practice will
allow a fresh reading of the institution texts, and a richer
understanding of what it means when Jesus proclaimed
the bread to be his Body and the wine to be his Blood.
Edward Foley, OFM Cap
Fr. Edward Foley is the Duns Scotus Professor of
Spirituality, and Professor of Liturgy and Music at
Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, where he
was founding Director of the Ecumenical Doctor
of Ministry Program. A member of the Province of
St. Joseph of the Capuchin Order, Fr. Foley is an award-winning
author with 21 books in print. He is Past-President of the North
American Academy of Liturgy and has lectured in over 60 dioceses throughout the United States, Canada, and beyond., India,
Europe, Korea, the Philippines and Australia.
5-13 FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME: TOWARD A THEOLOGY OF SPORTS
It is easy to criticize the many problematic features of
modern athletics: the money, the violence, the glorification of the ego, the unhealthy competition. We should
not ignore these difficulties, yet this workshop will explore ways in which Christians can also find a firm theological foundation for understanding sports as a graced
feature of the human condition.
Rev. John E. Hurley, CSP, DMin
Paulist priest Fr. John Hurley’s evangelization
ministry began in Portland as founder of the Paulist Center for Catholic Evangelization in 1979. He
later served in roles as Executive Director for the
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat
for Evangelization, and for the Baltimore Archdiocese’s Department of Evangelization. Fr. Hurley is currently Consultant for
New Evangelization Strategies and is based at Old St. Mary’s
Cathedral in San Francisco, where he once served as pastor.
5-16 MORE MOTHERS, MYSTICS, MARTYRS AND
MODELS OF FAITH
In their joint session, “Mothers, Mystics, Martyrs and
Models of Faith” at RECongress 2013, ValLimar Jansen
and Sarah Hart presented some of the mothers, mystics,
martyrs and contemporary women throughout our faith
history. In this session, they will continue their examination of four different holy women, weaving music and
stories of these women to deepen our understanding of
how to apply the experiences of their holy lives to our
contemporary lives as Roman Catholic women and men.
With beautifully designed images, compelling music
and engaging prayer, everyone is invited to “come and
see!” and join along in laughter, praise and thanksgiving.
ValLimar Jansen
5-14 DISCIPLESHIP AND WOMEN
If men are the “negative stereotypes of discipleship” and
women are the positive models, why are women overlooked? Only one woman in the New Testament is explicitly named “disciple.” Even St. Luke does not give
women that designation. In this session, we will look at
the faithful discipleship of women, and focus on two examples for a deeper examination, not only in order to see
women’s testimony, but also as a way more men might
discover that there is much to be learned.
Anthony J. Gittins, CSSp
Fr. Anthony Gittins, a religious missionary (a Spiritan, of the Holy Ghost Community) originally from
Manchester, England, is Professor Emeritus of
Theology and Culture and Bishop Ford Professor
Emeritus of Missiology at the Catholic Theological
Union in Chicago. He spent most of the 1970s in Sierra Leone,
West Africa, and since then has taught graduate theology in London and Chicago. Author of nearly a dozen books, Fr. Gittins is
also heavily involved in presenting workshops and retreat work.
ValLimar Jansen is a composer, singer, storyteller, inspirational speaker and evangelizer. She received critical acclaim for her solo albums “You
Gotta Move” and “Anointing,” winning UNITY
Awards in 2008 and 2010. Jansen was the MC for
the National Catholic Youth Conference in 2011, and performed
for over 300,000 people at the Loreto/Angora international papal event in Italy that was broadcast around the globe. Her latest
CD is titled “Give God The Glory.”
Sarah Hart
Sarah Hart of Nashville, Tenn., has been a singer,
songwriter and keynote speaker for 20 years. Her
parish missions and itinerant ministry have taken
her all over the United States and abroad. Hart has
performed for countless conventions and events, and
for Pope Francis in 2013. The Grammy-nominated songwriter’s
works can be found in many hymnals and have been recorded
by numerous artists. She has written several retreats for parish,
women’s and adult catechesis, which she herself presents.
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Dr. Richard Gaillardetz (bio 1-09)
5-15 MAKING DISCIPLES … BREAKING THE GLASS
CEILING
There is a big difference between being a believer and
being a disciple. Here in lies the key to the New Evangelization. Is Pope Francis calling us to break through the
glass ceiling in the First World? “The Joy of the Gospel”
(his Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium), will be
a foundational document used to explore the cost of discipleship and its implications for all those in ministry.
PERIOD 5
1:00 - 2:30 PM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
5-17 SELFIES AND SOULS: NURTURING THE DOMESTIC CHURCH IN THE DIGITAL AGE
5-21 CATECHETICAL LEADERS – AGENTS OF FORMATIVE PARENTING
Lisa M. Hendey (bio 2-11)
Dr. Patricia M. McCormack, IHM (bio 3-20)
An overview of the latest trends and hot-button issues
facing today’s parents, teachers, administrators and clergy will provide you with needed tools and tactics to minister to families in the ever-increasing digital climate.
Join a discussion on technology that can actually play
a fruitful role in the New Evangelization for Catholic
families.
What are the formation needs of children (kindergarten through grade 8)? How prepared are parents to lead
children in the ways of responsibility, self-control and
accomplishment? How well does the parish serve as
an agent of formative support to parents? Parish catechetical leaders are called to be change-agents or support-agents in the families that they serve. Security, autonomy/self-control, initiative/responsibility, industry
and genuine affection are foundational to a child’s selfesteem, spirituality and character. This session will offer
ready resources to identify practices at home and school
that foster such positive “identity.”
5-18 FROM HERE TO POPE FRANCIS: A TOOL TO
HELP PARISHES BECOME “COMPLETELY MISSION-ORIENTED”
Jack J. Jezreel (bio 3-16)
In his 2013 Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium
(“The Joy of the Gospel”), Pope Francis encourages a
renewal of the parish so that it is “completely missionoriented.” This represents an exciting but unfamiliar
template for most North American parishes and their
leaders. This workshop will introduce a new tool for
helping leaders forge a new vision and direction for parish life. Parish staff, clergy, council members and anybody interested in plotting a fresh, innovative direction
for parish life are encouraged to attend.
5-19 THE GREAT WORK: RECOVERING A SACRED
EARTH COMMUNITY
Kyle T. Kramer (bio 2-15)
In the face many ecological problems, it is tempting to
see human beings as a plague on the planet. The Catholic
view is much more optimistic: our deepest fulfillment
comes from being healers and stewards of God’s sacred
creation. Employing the observations and insights of
Catholic teaching and of Passionist priest Fr. Thomas
Berry, this workshop examines current ecological and
cultural crises then considers the values and vision we
need for the healing of our world. The goal is to engage
in the Great Work of our time: to bring forth an environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially
just human presence on the planet.
5-20 CATHOLIC SOCIAL THOUGHT POST-TRAYVON
MARTIN, MICHAEL BROWN, AND …
Fr. Bryan N. Massingale (bio 3-19)
5-22 LOOK OUT! WATCH WHERE YOU’RE GOING!
Megan McKenna (bio 1-16)
Jesus said, “I came into this world to divide it, to make
the sightless see and the seeing blind” (John 9:39). Stark
words – which group do we find ourselves in today?
Come, read the signs of the times. Come, see where
hope, where joy and freedom are right before our eyes.
Come, turn and see the Crucified and Risen One in our
midst, beckoning us to walk in the freedom of the friends
of God.
5-23 THE BLESSING OF SUFFERING (AND OTHER
THEOLOGICAL FALLACIES)
Fr. Jonathan Morris (bio 1-17)
Does Goes really want me to suffer? The answer is “no
… not literally.” In this session, Fr. Jonathan Morris will
help lead us to embrace every aspect of our human experience as a path of holiness and happiness.
5-24 THREE LUCAN PARABLES OF DIVINE HEALING
AND MERCY
Sr. Barbara E. Reid, OP, PhD (bio 4-21)
The parables of the woman seeking the lost coin (Luke
15:8-10), the leaven hidden in the dough (Luke 13:2021), and the widow who seeks justice from a corrupt
judge (Luke 18:1-8) reveal God’s extravagant mercy and
intent to heal and transform broken relationships, inviting us to do the same.
The killing of unarmed young black men has caused a
great deal of concern and reflection in our country. This
workshop looks at the deaths of Trayvon Martin in Florida, Michael Brown in Missouri, and others as a springboard for examining what we mean by racism today and
what are the challenges such killings pose both to Catholic social teaching and for the Catholic faith community.
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Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
PERIOD 5
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
5-25 WELCOMING CHILDREN WITH AUTISM TO THE
CHURCH: A UNIVERSAL CALL TO – MEANINGFULLY – INCLUDE ALL OF GOD’S CHILDREN
Deacon Lawrence R. Sutton, PhD (bio 3-27)
As a church, we are concerned that all our families – especially those with children with autism and/or developmental disabilities – are welcomed into our faith communities. Deacon Lawrence Sutton will present a program on
catechesis for faith formation and sacramental preparation
that was created, field tested and produced to prepare children and teens with autism and/or developmental disabilities to enter our church as prepared as they are able, once
they are confirmed. This unique program features “Teen
Faith Mentors” working with the child and teens with autism and other developmental disabilities and the importance of good (and safe) Catholic role models.
5-26 GET YOUR GAME ON! ENGAGING YOUNG PEOPLE IN THEIR OWN LEARNING PROCESS
Michael Theisen (bio 4-25)
5-27 ISLAMIC AND CHRISTIAN STUDIES
This session will not only explore the theological similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity,
but will also touch upon historical, contemporary interactions – both positive and negative – between Muslim
and Christian societies.
Jihad Mohammed Turk
Jihad Turk, a Palestinian-American Muslim, studied Arabic at the Islamic University in Saudi Arabia and Farsi at Qom College at the University
of Tehran in Iran. Turk is currently President of
Bayan Claremont, an Islamic graduate school at
Claremont Lincoln University in Claremont, Calif. Formerly,
he served as Imam/Religious Director of the Islamic Center of
Southern California in Los Angeles. He has been featured in the
Los Angeles Times as well as on the History Channel and CNN.
Rt. Rev. Alexei Smith
In 1987, Fr. Alexei Smith, a Greek Catholic priest
and Los Angeles native, was assigned to two Eastern Catholic communities in El Segundo, Calif. – St.
Andrew Russian Greek Church and St. Paul Melkite
Greek Mission. He has served as the Ecumenical
and Interreligious Officer for the Los Angeles Archdiocese since
2000, and as Vice President of the Catholic Association of Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers. Fr. Smith is a frequent speaker at the L.A. Congress and at local interfaith venues.
và thế hệ trẻ thứ II
Vai trò của Cộng Đoàn, Ca đoàn và các người ca xướng
viên (cantor) trong Thánh Lễ là gì? Luật Giáo Hội nói
gì về các đàn sĩ và “ca sĩ”, phục vụ hay là trình diễn?
Với thế hệ thứ II, nói rất ít tiếng Việt và muốn tham dự
Thánh lễ bằng tiếng Anh, có phương cách nào hay các tài
liệu tốt để dùng song ngữ? Buổi hội thảo này sẽ nhìn lại
qui tắc của Việt Nam và USCCB (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops) về Thánh nhạc và những nhạc
song ngữ mới nhất. Cho những người muốn hiểu thêm
về nhạc và Thánh Lễ, đặc biệt là các Ca trưởng, người ca
xướng viên, và các trưởng TNTT.
MUSIC AND THE MASS: THE ASSEMBLY, THE
CHOIR AND SECOND-GENERATION YOUTH
What are the roles of the assembly, the choir and the
cantor during Mass? Do Church documents understand
musicians as servants or as performers? As the second
generation speaks less Vietnamese and wishes to attend
American Mass, what resources and models of celebration work best for bilingual worship? This presentation
will review guidelines, from Vietnam and from the U.S.
bishops, about music ministry and also showcase newly
published bilingual music. For those interested in music
and the Mass, but especially for choir directors, cantors
and leader of TNTT (Thieu Nhi Thanh The, the Vietnamese Eucharistic Youth Society).
Paul Nguyễn
Anh Paul Nguyễn là một nhạc sỹ về phụng vu ̣tại
Giáo Phận Orange, Cali. Anh được mời vào Ban
Tư Vấn Thánh Nhạc và Ủy Ban Phụng Vụ cho Giáo
Phận. Ở giữa thế hệ thứ nhất và thế hệ thứ hai, anh
có thể lèo lái dễ dàng giữa văn hóa Mỹ và Việt. Anh
luôn tiếp tục tìm cách để nối kết hai văn hóa và hai thế hệ.
Paul Nguyen
Paul Nguyen is Director of Music Ministry at Corpus Christi
Church in the Diocese of Orange, Calif., where he serves on the
Music Advisory Board and on the Diocesan Liturgical Commission. Being a 1.5 generation immigrant where he can navigate
comfortably between mainstream American and the Vietnamese
traditions, he works to bridge the gaps between the two traditions and between generational divides.
Thầy Rufino Zaragoza, OFM
Thầy Rufino Zaragoza dòng Phanxicô cư ngụ tại
Orange County, California và là cố vấn trong môi
trường thánh nhạc. Hằng năm Thầy về VN 6 tháng
để dạy song ngữ và Thánh lễ bằng tiếng Anh. Thầy
cũng là người sáng tác và dịch thuật nhiều nhạc từ
tiếng Anh, Mễ và VN và cũng là nguồn cung cấp lấy từ các phong
tục của các sắc dân nầy.
Bro. Rufino Zaragoza, OFM
Composer Franciscan Brother Rufino Zaragoza, based in Orange County, Calif., serves as Liturgical Music Consultant in
Research and Development for Oregon Catholic Press. His ministry has him outside the United State for over half of the year,
developing English worship resources in Southeast Asia. Bro.
Zaragoza has pioneered multilingual song collections in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. He has presented workshops at
national conferences to diocesan and parish gatherings throughout Vietnam, Cambodia, Hong Kong and the United States.
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When we gather together young people are we just “playing games” and “hoping to survive,” or are we intentionally “forming disciples”? How can we be faithful to
our catechetical calling to echo the faith and lead young
people down the road of discipleship while making sure
that we actively engage their head, hearts and hands in
their own learning process? Let’s have some fun as we
creatively answer these questions together.
5-70 Thánh nhạc và Thánh lễ: Cộng đoàn, Ca đoàn,
PERIOD 6
3:00 - 4:30 PM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
6-01 CALLING YOUTH TO PASSIONATE DISCIPLESHIP
Steve Angrisano (bio 3-01)
It’s not enough to teach our young people about God, we
need to provide them with opportunities that draw them
into an experience with God, an experience they yearn to
share with the world. The youth that we encounter in our
parishes as part of catechesis, youth ministry and sacramental preparation are ready for this challenge. In this
workshop, we will explore ways to engage youth to live
the Word, share the Word, and be the next generation of
faith-filled disciples.
6-02 WOMEN AND THE WORD: BRIDGING THE GAP
Dianne Bergant, CSA (bio 4-02)
In this session, a lens sensitive to gender issues will be
trained on the biblical tradition, examining language, social roles assigned to women, and presuppositions that
influence one’s worldview. The Exodus theme will then
be used as a metaphor for reading biblical passages.
6-03 PURIFICATION AND ENLIGHTENMENT: SHAPING LENT FOR THOSE IN THE RCIA PROCESS
Relying on decades of the RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) ministry experience, Mary Birmingham
shares the sessions she has developed to shape a Lenten
season with conversion at the core for those in RCIA.
Discover ways to create a 40-day retreat to help prepare
catechumens for the celebration of the sacraments of initiation.
Mary Birmingham
Mary Birmingham has been involved in RCIA ministry on a national level since 1992. She is a Master Catechist for the Diocese of Orlando, Fla., and
travels extensively throughout the United States
and Canada presenting diocesan workshops. Birmingham is a former team member of the North American Forum
on the Catechumenate and currently Director of Liturgy, Music
and Christian Initiation at Ascension Parish in Melbourne, Fla.
Her works include the book, “Formed in Faith.”
6-04 SEEING IN THE DARK
After struggling through darkness, suffering and even
traumatic events, how might God be inviting us to turn
the corner? What are the keys to resilience? What can
we learn from our faith about the grace to regroup, to be
renewed and rise to new life after periods of darkness?
Weaving together the wisdom of God’s Word and our
faith, along with what science is teaching us about the
brain’s ability to be resilient, we can offer others hope
that there will be light at the end of the tunnel. Someone
is there in the dark with us helping us to find our way
back.
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Sr. Kathleen Bryant, RSC
Sr. Kathleen Bryant, a Religious Sister of Charity,
ministers as a retreat facilitator, spiritual director and workshop presenter. With experience as a
teacher and missionary, her special interests are
in spirituality, formation, women’s spiritual development and abolition of human trafficking. Sr. Bryant has authored numerous articles and books and presented workshops
in Australia, Ireland and Africa as well as throughout the United
States. Her latest work is entitled “Vocations Anonymous.”
6-05 THE TRINITY: HOW NOT TO BE A HERETIC
This is a simple workshop about an even simpler subject:
the doctrine of the Holy Trinity. This must be simple for
the Christian God is “supreme simplicity” (St. Anselm)
and “Trinity” is the Church’s shorthand description of
who God actually is … and who he needs to be in order
to save us. Unfortunately, many Christians – preachers,
teachers and catechists included – are uncomfortable
talking about the Trinity, fearing they’ll say the “wrong
thing.” Therefore, to equip them to tell others, this workshop explains what it means to say God is a Trinity, why
Christianity is so convinced that God must be, and how
it can all possibly make sense.
Dr. Stephen Bullivant
Dr. Stephen Bullivant is Senior Lecturer in Theology and Ethics at St. Mary’s University in Twickenham, England. He has seven years of university
teaching experience, and has given talks and lectures in the United Kingdom, Finland, Italy, the
Philippines, Brazil and the United States. The award-winning
theologian’s recent books include “The Oxford Handbook of
Atheism,” “Faith and Unbelief” and “The Trinity: How Not to
be a Heretic.”
6-06 COME AND SEE, COME AND SING, COME AND
PRAY!
To sing is to pray twice! But those of us who work with
children know that when you move you pray thrice!
Come and join Aussie Andrew Chinn as he explores a
range of musical, artistic and singing techniques that use
the richness of our senses to enhance our religious education programs with children. We’ll sing, dance, draw
and pray, and share a few laughs along the way. Chinn
brings a wealth of experience in the field to share, with
20 years as an elementary teacher and 12 as a full-time
music minister. Here is a workshop for those who minister to elementary students.
Andrew Chinn
Andrew Chinn worked as a classroom teacher in
Catholic elementary schools in Sydney, Australia,
for nearly 20 years before moving into full-time
music ministry as Director of Butterfly Music. He
has visited 970 Catholic elementary schools, performing for children, teachers and catechists in 2,000 concerts
across Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States.
Chinn has released nine CDs, five DVDs and five picture books.
In 2013 he joined the World Library Publications family that now
distributes his music in North America.
Religious Education Congress • March 13-15, 2015
PERIOD 6
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
6-07 TRADING IN OLD WINESKINS: A MISSIONARY
APPROACH TO PARISH LIFE
Rich Curran (bio 1-04)
Average Sunday attendance is 30 percent, really? What
happened to enjoying favor with all people (Acts 2:47)?
Is it really the by-product of the culture or did we just
get so comfortable doing church that we stopped being
Church. While our teachings are timeless, our approach
to evangelizing is not. There is no need to retreat to the
past or go back to the upper room. Modern realities simply require a new focus on creating a culture of discipleship, identifying missionary leaders, multiplying those
leaders and leading boldly into the darkness of the world.
6-08 “SEEING” OUR FAITH – RIGHT BEFORE OUR
EYES
Rev. John C. Cusick (bio 2-06)
6-09 THE START OF SOMETHING BIG – FOLLOWING
THROUGH WITH NEWLY CONFIRMED YOUTH
Tom East (bio 3-04)
The sacrament of confirmation strengthens youth for
mission and witness. It should be the beginning of something wonderful! How can we support newly confirmed
youth in their adventure as disciples? This workshop
will explore vision, practices and resources for following through with youth who have received confirmation
and active discipleship.
6-10 JOY OF THE GOSPEL FOR LESBIAN AND GAY
CATHOLICS IN THE TIME OF POPE FRANCIS
Pope Francis has modeled a pastoral stance for embracing lesbian and gay Catholics. This session will examine
Evangelii Gaudium, the Holy Father’s 2013 Apostolic
Exhortation, which invites us to catechize and evangelize
first and foremost with a spirit of God’s love and mercy.
This will set the tone for considering the 2014 Synod of
Bishops and the 2015 Pontifical Council for the Family’s “Love Is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive.”
As Pope Francis challenges the Church to acknowledge
difficult pastoral situations and respond with love and
mercy, these reflections will guide us in creating a place
for lesbian and gay Catholics in today’s Church.
Dr. Arthur Fitzmaurice is Resource Director of the
Catholic Association for Lesbian and Gay Ministry, based in Washington, D.C. He formerly served
as Chair for the Los Angeles Archdiocese Catholic Ministry with Lesbian and Gay Persons. Dr.
Fitzmaurice has spoken at national and diocesan conferences,
including the Faith Formation Conference and the Gay Christian Network. He also appears in several of Ignatian News Network’s YouTube series on pastoral care of LGBT Catholics.
Fr. Chris Ponnet
Los Angeles-native Fr. Chris Ponnet was ordained
for the Los Angeles Archdiocese in 1983. Since then
he has served as Director for the Archdiocesan
Office of Catholic HIV/AIDS Ministry. Fr. Ponnet
has also been involved with the U.S. bishops’ peace
pastoral regarding non-violent action; their statement, “Always
Our Children,” is among the many primary church documents he
addresses. He speaks regularly and provides consultation and
spiritual direction to those in and connected to ministry.
6-11 TEACHERS, TRANSFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY: HOW TEACHERS HELP STUDENT
LEADERS CHANGE THE WORLD
Dan Friedt (bio 2-09)
Teachers, are you working at a school that has gone
“BYOD” (bring your own device)? Maybe you have
just started to bring technology into the classroom and
wonder where it’s all going. In this dynamic, interactive
presentation, you will be taken on a journey of iProtocols, iApps and iDevices (iPAD). Dan Friedt will share
his top five apps, and why. He will talk about rolling out
1-to-1 devices and BYOD. Teachers, this session is for
you, because the heart of the presentation is how teacher
transformation and technology can support students as
they choose their tools to change the world.
6-12 THE RAGE AGAINST GOD: THE ARROGANCE
AND HOSTILITY OF THE NEW ATHEISTS
There is nothing new in the arguments of the New Atheists, but the level of open hostility to people of faith is.
This new militant atheism ridicules Christians and people of faith, calling them demented, stupid, anti-human
and, in the end, just evil. Religious education is equated
with child abuse, and believers are held responsible for
the war, violence and evil we see in society. The New
Atheists’ goal is to eliminate religion from society. Why
such hostility? They truly believe the world would be a
better place without religion. Let’s test that hypothesis
and respond to their accusations.
Darrell Hall
Darrell Hall has taught religious education for 34
years and is former Principal at St. Thomas More
Collegiate in Burnaby, British Colombia, Canada.
He has presented at the Catholic Educator’s Conference in British Columbia, at Catholic Christian
Outreach “Rise Up” Conferences, at the Reverence for Life Conferences, and at several senior high schools, retreats and various
parishes. Hall has published a book on Christian apologetics entitled, “I Am Convinced: God, the Truth and You.”
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Our Catholic faith, like all religions, is a compilation of
doctrines, rules and practices. Yet, Catholicism has another two dimensions that are visual reminders of all that
we believe: an amazing collection of signs and symbols.
All too often we either take them for granted or don’t
understand them. This workshop will present a practical
appreciation for and an understanding of what we “see”
inside our churches and homes.
Arthur G. Fitzmaurice, PhD
PERIOD 6
3:00 - 4:30 PM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
6-13 WORSHIP TRANSFORMING THE WORLD: SEEING, SINGING AND SERVING THE REIGN OF
GOD
The vocation of every Christian is to be Christ’s voice
and hands and heart in the world, to labor on behalf of
the vulnerable and dispossessed, to advocate and work
for peace and equal justice for all. Worship, especially
Sunday Eucharist, is the primary place where we are
formed and transformed for this calling. How can our
liturgies better empower us to “see” Christ present in the
world and its people? How do those of us who prepare
and lead liturgy refine our skills and talents, support one
another, inspire our communities and model Christ’s vision of God’s Reign?
Congress could not function without the hundreds of volunteers and the efforts of the staff of the Office of Religious Education, including Alex Moreno (at left), who helped to coordinate the Program Book Pick-up area.
Marty Haugen
For over 30 years, composer Marty Haugen has
presented workshops, concerts and presentations
across North and Central America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific Rim. With
over 35 recordings and 400 published editions, his
range of musical compositions continues to appear in hymnals
for United States, Canadian and Australian Catholics, Evangelical Lutherans and other Protestant denominations. His latest work, “Lyric Psalter” (with Tony Alonso), is a resource of a
three-year cycle of Psalms from the Lectionary for Mass.
6-14 GOSPEL LAUGHTER
Fr. James Martin, SJ (bio 2-20)
Too often the Gospel message is reduced to a bland series of dos and don’ts. Join Fr. James Martin in looking
at not only the places where Jesus shows us his own joy,
but also how the saints and the great spiritual masters
used joy, humor and laughter in their quest to holiness.
All this and some great jokes, too!
6-15 MARY OF GALILEE, MARY MODEL OF FAITH
This workshop will gather the core teachings about Mary
from the Bible, from Catholic dogma and from Vatican
II. Particular emphasis will be given to the implications
of these teachings for contemporary Christian faith.
6-16 SEEING THE GIFT OF BODY: JESUS AND THE
GOOD USE OF SEXUALITY
How many times did Jesus use his body in relationship
with others: comforting, exorcising, healing? And yet,
do we consider Jesus’ body really human? The sort that
made noises, felt worn out and needed care? And yet, interactions of bodies (handshakes, hugs, holding) define a
central part of humanity: our sexuality. We exercise this
God-given gift through the good use of our bodies, in a
consoling pat, an affectionate caress, or a congratulatory
high five. Jesus’ use of his body can be a model for us.
Come learn from Jesus what it means to exercise the gift
of sexuality, to bring life and love more fully into the
world.
Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson
A self-described street theologian who uses storytelling, poetry and humor, Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson is author and leader of the Beloved Retreat,
and holds the position of Resident Theologian and
Animator of Faith at Old St. Patrick’s Church in
Chicago, where he formerly served as Dean of Formation. Dr.
Nelson-Johnson also is founder and Animating & Creative Partner of Soul Play in Evanston, Ill., where he lives. He travels to
Europe and across the United States presenting to adult and
youth diocesan events and conferences.
Timothy Matovina
Dr. Timothy Matovina is Professor of Theology at
the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, where he
is also Executive Director of the Institute for Latino
Studies. He has made presentations and presented
workshops for dioceses, pastoral institutes and
ministry formation programs throughout the United States, and
is a frequent and popular speaker at the Los Angeles Religious
Education Congress. His latest publications include “Latino Catholicism: Transformation in America’s Largest Church.”
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6-17 HELP! WE’RE BUSY, ADDICTED AND BORED:
REACHING OUT TO THE REAL MODERN FAMILY
Roy Petitfils, MS, LPC (bio 3-21)
If you’ve ever felt frustrated because your events were
competing with everything else families are committed
to, this workshop is for you. Effectively inviting families
to new life in Christ requires understanding their deep
motivations for prioritizing their schedules. This dynamic session will reveal the deep reasons people are busier,
more addicted and less content than any other time in
history. You’ll leave with insight and tools to help craft
compelling messages and programing that youth and
adults will not only want to attend, but will bring friends.
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PERIOD 6
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
6-18 ANSWERING THE MOST FREQUENT CATHOLIC QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DEATH PENALTY
Dale S. Recinella, JD, MTS &
Susan M. Recinella, PsyD (bios 3-23)
Dale and Susan Recinella will begin by sharing their answers to the general Catholic questions most frequently
directed to them about the death penalty and death row/
execution ministry: “How can American Catholics approach the reality of the death penalty in light of current church teaching?” “How do you pray with inmates
on death row?” “How is the death penalty and abortion
linked for Catholics?” “How does restorative justice
function in murder cases?” A significant portion of the
time will be spent answering audience questions from
the floor.
Rev. R. Tony Ricard, MTh, MDiv
Fr. Tony Ricard, a priest of the Archdiocese of New
Orleans, La., currently serves as theology teacher
for St. Augustine High School in his native city of
New Orleans. He is also an instructor for the Institute for Black Catholic Studies at Xavier University
and Director of Knight Time Ministries. Fr. Tony Ricard, a former pastor and public schoolteacher, has authored many books
and has given keynote addresses, retreats, revivals and youth
talks across the nation, and has preached in 22 countries.
6-20 PAULINE SPIRITUALITY FOR LENT
Brian Schmisek (bio 2-24)
Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles, was a multilingual,
multicultural minority living in the multi-religious Roman Empire. His experience of the Risen Christ radically changed the trajectory of his life. Rather than a mere
recitation of doctrine or creeds, Paul’s very life gave
witness to the power of the Risen Christ. His letters are
often the second reading of the Sunday liturgy but can
be overlooked in favor of the Gospel. What can we learn
from Paul and his experience that is applicable today? In
this session, we will explore how Paul’s life and spirituality can be an example for us in this Lenten season.
Rev. Thomas J. Scirghi, SJ, ThD (bio 2-25)
Pope Francis says: “It takes more than intellectual assent
to truly get to know Jesus – we must also develop a personal relationship.” Preaching helps us to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Liturgical preaching is sacramental: It provides an opportunity to meet the
living Lord. The Word of God proclaimed and preached
comes alive for us – at least it should – in our hearing.
This session will discuss the craft of Christian preaching
from the pulpit as well as from the pew. How do we tell
the story? How do we hear it?
6-22 “HERE’S WHAT HAPPENED”: TELLING SPIRITUALLY SIGNIFICANT EXPERIENCES IN STORY FORM
John Shea (bio 4-24)
When we take stock of the resources we have to support, develop and direct our spiritual life, we immediately consider the many offerings the Church provides
to deepen our relationship to God and neighbor – sacraments, Scripture, ministries and multiple service opportunities. However, there is often a complementary and
overlooked resource – our own experiences. We will tell
stories of spiritually significant experiences and explore
how this process enriches and transforms our lives.
6-23 AN INVITATION TO CON VERSION: 7 PRACTICAL IDEAS TO INVIGORATE THE SACRAMENTS
The New Evangelization calls us to take a closer look
at what we have been doing in catechesis and do it in
a different manner. We no longer can just say, “This is
the way we have always done it,” we need to make it
better. The sacraments are a great opportunity for the
New Evangelization. We must focus preparation for
sacraments by focusing on conversion and mystagogia.
This workshop will provide practical ideas and activities
so that catechesis around the sacraments can be transformed into powerful faith moments.
Victor Valenzuela
Victor Valenzuela is a National Religion Consultant for Bilingual Resources for William H. Sadlier,
Inc. For more than 20 years has been working in
Hispanic ministry and in various parish ministries
including youth ministry and religious education,
even writing and developing new materials. Valenzuela has presented workshops to numerous groups both regionally and nationally. Born in Arizona to parents of Mexican descent and fully
bilingual and bicultural, he has lived most of his life in the Bay
Area and currently resides in Alameda, Calif.
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6-19 STORY TIME WITH UNCLE FR. TONY: BRINGING THE SCRIPTURES TO LIFE
ARENA
It said that a parable is an earthly story with a heavenly
meaning. Jesus frequently used parables as a means of
illustrating divine truths. These stories are easily remembered and their symbolism is rich in meaning. As preachers and teachers of the faith, we are called to awaken
Sacred Scripture for those we serve by the using our personal parables. This interactive workshop will guide you
through the use of our personal stories as we reconnect
with the stories of Jesus and his followers. Together, let
us explore how the Scriptures of old are alive and well
today.
6-21 LONGING TO SEE YOUR FACE: PREACHING
FOR A NEW MILLENNIUM
PERIOD 6
3:00 - 4:30 PM • SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015
6-24 “LORD, I SEE ! – CAN I SING ABOUT IT?’
Come and sing! This session will help you to learn and
enjoy exploring ways that music can lead us closer to
God and one another. It will offer practical help on good
principles on leading people in song as cantors, choir
members and teachers.
Christopher Walker
Christopher Walker is an internationally known
church composer, speaker on liturgical music and
choral conductor. He served as Director of Music
for the Clifton Cathedral in the United Kingdom for
18 years, and now is Director of Music at St. Paul
the Apostle Church in Los Angeles. A conductor of choirs and
orchestras in England and the United States, Walker travels the
globe giving workshops and lectures on church music and liturgy, choral and cantor techniques and children’s spirituality.
6-25 MERCY IN THE CITY
We are called to lives that incorporate prayer and service,
and sometimes that means early mornings, late nights or
long hours. America magazine’s Managing Editor Kerry
Weber discusses her efforts to participate fully in city
life and in the life of the Church – while still maintaining her sanity. Drawing upon her new book, “Mercy in
the City,” she will offer her thoughts on how she tries to
balance breadlines and deadlines and describe how she
finds a moment’s rest in the city that never sleeps.
Kerry Weber
Kerry Weber, Managing Editor at America magazine, is a graduate of Providence College and the
Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. She also has worked as an editor for Catholic
Digest and as a special-education teacher on the
Navajo Nation. Weber has presented at numerous parishes, colleges and catechetical conferences. Her book is titled “Mercy
in the City: How to Feed the Hungry, Give Drink to the Thirsty,
Visit the Imprisoned, and Keep Your Day Job.”
6-27 BLACK SPIRITUALITY – WE ARE MARCHING IN
THE LIGHT OF GOD
Historically, black spirituality has provided a means for
the community to celebrate and praise God, work toward
justice for all peoples, and remind the community that all
are welcome at the table of the Lord. One must understand the spirituality of a people to best minister to the
community. This spirituality, which is experienced and
dwells down in the souls of black people, has been instrumental in helping the community fight for justice together. This workshop will use various sources of black
religious expression to immerse those participants in a
dynamic experience of black spirituality as lived today.
Dr. C. Vanessa White
Dr. Vanessa White is an experienced workshop
presenter, retreat facilitator, spiritual director and
teacher who lectures nationally. She is currently
Assistant Professor of Spirituality and Ministry/Director of the Certificate in Pastoral Studies as well
as Director of the Augustus Tolton Pastoral Ministry Program
at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. She is on the faculty
and Coordinator of Elders Retreat at Xavier University of Louisiana’s Institute for Black Catholic Studies, and also on the adjunct faculty at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles.
6-70 Mẹ Maria, Gương Giảng Viên Giáo Lý Hoàn
Hảo
Cha Hy K. Nguyên, SS (buhay 1-70)
Mẹ Maria, Theotokos (Đấng Cưu Mang Thiên Chúa), là
một mẫu gương giảng viên giáo lý hoàn hảo. Mẹ truyền
dạy chân lý cho người khác cách rõ nhất bằng chính việc
làm và lời nói của Mẹ. Mẹ thật là mẫu gương hoàn hảo
cho mọi giảng viên giáo lý (xem GLCG 2030). Buổi hội
thảo giúp chúng ta bắt chước gương Mẹ trong ơn gọi và
mục vụ làm giảng viên giáo lý, không chỉ trong những
gì ta nói mà trong tất cả những gì ta trao đổi với người
khác.
MARY, THE PERFECT MODEL CATECHIST
6-26 BUILDING CHILDREN’S COURAGE
Char Wenc, MEd (bio 1-26)
Do you feel exhausted from dealing with your children
all day? Do you worry if you are parenting correctly? Do
you often ask yourself, “Now what do I do?!” Are your
children the only ones having fun in your house? If you
answered yes to any of these questions, come to hear internationally recognized speaker and author Char Wenc.
Char teaches parenting skills that make a difference in
how children and parents live together. She shares her
knowledge and experience with humor and realism. Her
passion for the topic of parenting is found in her style
and content.
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Fr. Hy K. Nguyen, SS (bio 1-70)
Mary, Theotokos (God bearer), is the perfect model catechist because of who and what she is. If a catechist is
one who instructs others in the true faith, then Mary is
the perfect catechist who communicates truths to others
most clearly by her words and actions. Indeed, she is
the perfect model for what every catechist should be (cf.
CCC 2030). The workshop helps us to imitate Mary in
our call and ministry as catechists, not only in what is
said but also in all that is communicated.
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7-01 THE FRANCIS MISSION: PROGRESS REPORT
ON A POPULIST POPE AND HIS HISTORIC REFORM
ARENA
7-03 SERVING THE WORLD BASED ON NEED NOT
CREED: INTERRELIGIOUS COLLABORATION
AND THE NEW EVANGELIZATION
John L. Allen, Jr. (bio 5-01)
The Boston Globe’s John Allen will review the latest
twists in the Pope Francis story, bringing into focus
the overall strategy of this populist pope for a renewed
and evangelically dynamic Catholicism. We will examine reform moves by Francis on financial transparency,
sexual abuse, the family, and ecumenism and interfaith
dialogue, suggesting what they mean not just for Rome
but for the Church at all levels and in all places.
7-02 MANY PATHS, ONE LORD, ONE FAMILY OF
FAITH
How do I know what God is calling me to do? Who is
God calling me to be? Come and hear how two very different brothers share the paths of their lives with humor,
faith and music. Discuss with other young adults about
discerning your path in life or how to build your own
family of faith. This session could help you see what
God is doing in your life!
Fr. Christopher Bazyouros
Joseph Bazyouros
Joe Bazyouros is Director of Music at the University of Southern California Caruso Catholic Center.
He formerly served in the Los Angeles Archdiocese
as Director of Liturgy and Music at St. Frances of
Rome in Azusa and as Director of Music at St. Martin de Porres in Yorba Linda. Joe has served on the Music Advisory Board for the Office for Worship for the Diocese of Orange
and as Chair on the Diocesan Liturgical Commission. He is also
in his 14th season as a member of Los Angeles Master Chorale.
RECongress
annually offers
a Keynote on
Saturday morning
(last year with
Rev. Robert
Barron; this year
with Pastor Rick
Warren) and two
addresses on
Sunday morning:
one in English
(with Diana
Macalintal) and
one in Spanish
(with Dr. Maria
Pilar Aquino).
For over 70 years, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has
been a living witness to the U.S. Catholic community’s
commitment to the poor and vulnerable around the
world. Through its partnership with local interreligious
leaders, CRS has helped to shed light on what it means
to respond to Jesus’ invitation to be “peacemakers” in
our day. Join Michele Broemmelsiek, Vice President of
Overseas Operations for Catholic Relief Services, as she
shares how the Catholic Church is bringing the Good
News to the ends of the earth.
7-04 SEEING REALITY WITH A DOUBLE VISION
Adult faith and spirituality are always seeing with a
“double vision,” through both the inner and outer lens of
our humanity. We cannot separate faith from lived reality without doing serious damage to our relationships.
This workshop will explore the necessary mature relationships between the human and the divine aspect of
reality.
Rev. Jim Clarke, PhD
Fr. Jim Clarke is Director of Spiritual Formation
and an Assistant Professor of Spiritual Theology
at St. John’s Seminary in Camarillo, Calif. With
an extensive academic background in the fields of
spirituality, adult education, counseling, ritual and
depth psychology, Dr. Clarke currently serves as Chair of the
Spirituality Commission of the Los Angeles Archdiocese, and is
an Associate Spiritual Director at the Cardinal Manning House
of Prayer for Priests.
7-05 SEE THE BRIGHT STAR OF BLACK CATHOLIC
EVANGELIZATION!
Come see the bright future of evangelization in the
black Catholic community. Using James Weldon Johnson’s song-poem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” come
and hymn hope for peoples of African descent living in
a world too often unaware of their gifts. Examine what
the Holy Spirit is doing through the New Evangelization
among 200 million black Catholics worldwide. Envision
the “bright gleam of the bright star” in our future Church
for all people of all backgrounds. All are welcome; bring
your voices and eyewitness accounts of the “Joy of the
Gospel.”
Msgr. Raymond G. East
The grandson of Baptist missionaries to South Africa, Msgr. Ray East was born in Newark, N.J., and
raised in San Diego. A priest of the Archdiocese of
Washington, D.C., he served in six local parishes
before being named Pastor of St. Teresa of Avila
Church. Msgr. East was Director of the Office of Black Catholics
and Vicar for Evangelization for the Archdiocese of Washington,
D.C. He is a regular and popular speaker at the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress and he continues to present workshops,
facilitations and keynote addresses at major national events.
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Ordained in 2003, Fr. Chris Bazyouros has served
the Los Angeles Archdiocese in various parishes.
He now works as the Adult Faith Formation Consultant for the Office of Religious Education and
is also involved in the Catholic Bible Institute and
various programs in that field. Fr. Chris was a member of the
Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission for five years, two years
of which he served as Chair. He has presented workshops and
facilitated retreats at numerous diocesan events.
Michele F. Broemmelsiek (bio 5-05)
PERIOD 7
10:00 - 11:30 AM • SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015
7-06 AWESOME PRAYER EXPERIENCES WITH ADOLESCENTS
Steven Ellair (bio 3-05)
In this engaging and experiential workshop, we will explore how essential prayer is for the adolescent and learn
easy techniques and styles of prayer that help create
powerful experiences with youth. We will also identify
the keys necessary for nurturing an adolescent’s relationship to God. Don’t miss this one!
7-07 ART AND HISPANIC POPULAR PIETY: DOORS
TO THE SACRED
Recently Pope Francis, echoing Aparecida (the 2007
meeting of Latin American bishops), has been reminding
us of the great spiritual riches found in popular religious
expressions. By way of their altars, processions, vigils
and other manifestations, these artistic dances, dramas
and food are often not only the way in which a people
celebrate the mysteries of the faith, such as Christmas
and Easter, but also the way in which they pass on their
beliefs to the next generations. This workshop presents
various vibrant examples of these artistic manifestations, allowing participants to reflect on how God often
becomes present through beauty in their own cultures.
Rev. Eduardo C. Fernandez, SJ
Fr. Eduardo Fernandez teaches at the California
Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University and at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley; he gives workshops and retreats and assists at
local parishes. His two latest books are the awardwinning “Mexican American Catholics” and one co-written with
Kenneth McGuire, CSP, and Anne Hansen, “Culture-Sensitive
Ministry: Helpful Strategies for Pastoral Ministers.”
Nancy Pineda-Madrid, PhD
Dr. Nancy Pineda-Madrid is Associate Professor of
Theology and U.S. Latina/o Ministry in the School
of Theology and Ministry at Boston College, where
she has taught since 2005. She presents lectures
and workshops around the country and internationally. Dr. Pineda-Madrid is author of “Suffering and Salvation in Ciudad Juarez” and co-editor of the book “Hope: Promise, Possibility and Fulfillment.”
7-09 SONGS, STORIES AND THE SPIRIT OF GOD
Fr. Rob Galea will share stories and songs about his
search for God. A journey from “victim” to “victor,” this
session will be heartfelt and inspirational. Music from
his latest releases will be featured.
Fr. Rob Galea
Fr. Rob Galea, a Catholic priest, currently serves
as an assistant parish priest and as Chaplain at
Notre Dame College, both in Shepparton, Victoria,
Australia. He is a singer and songwriter with an international fan base. In addition to his series of recordings and CD releases, Fr. Galea has also written a number
of songs for various campaigns and international conferences.
He is co-founder of Stronger, a youth program that is becoming
one of Victoria state’s largest Catholic youth movements.
7-10 THE FAITH OF RUTH, ESTHER & JUDITH: HIDDEN GEMS OF THE BIBLE AND POPE FRANCIS
Recent scholarship has called attention to the importance
of the books of Ruth, Esther and Judith. Though Ruth
and Esther are often grouped together in Hebrew for liturgical purposes, in this session all three will be examined as representative of an incarnational or lived theology that Pope Francis focuses upon in his book, “Open
Mind, Faithful Heart.” The three biblical books make a
powerful statement on the value of constructing theology based on lived experience and boundary-breaking
love.
Garrett Galvin, OFM
Dr. Garrett Galvin, a Franciscan Friar of St. Barbara Province, teaches a variety of Old and New
Testament courses at the Franciscan School of
Theology and at the Graduate Theological Union
in Berkeley, Calif. Dr. Galvin has lectured at the
Church Divinity School of the Pacific, was Adjunct Professor at
the American Baptist Seminary of the West, and a Teaching Fellow at The Catholic University of America. Author of “Egypt as
a Place of Refuge,” he is currently working on his next book.
7-11 JUSTICE AND THE TABLE: EUCHARISTIC SPIRITUALITY
Dr. Greer G. Gordon (bio 3-11)
7-08 THE EARLY CHURCH’S PRACTICE OF EUCHARIST: A PROVOCATIVE TREASURE
Edward Foley, OFM Cap (bio 5-12)
Some believe Christianity was born in uniformity and
has become more diverse over the centuries. This consideration of Eucharistic practice in the first three centuries will dismantle that myth. Exploring some of the
great diversity of practice in these centuries will allow
for fresh interpretations of our Eucharistic traditions. In
the process, we will challenge narrow thinking about a
moment of consecration, and offer pathways for thinking
about inculturating worship today, founded upon ancient
and foundational practices of Christian communities.
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Christian understanding of the centrality of the Eucharist
has become distant from daily life. For many, the adoration of Christ in the Sacred Species is limited to a form of
personal spirituality that is completely private. If Christ
in the Eucharist is at the center of God’s presence in the
Church, then that fellowship offered to us in and through
the presence of Christ in the Eucharist requires us to act
justly and to live righteously in the midst of this unjust
and unrighteous world. This workshop is an exploration
of the relationship between the Eucharist and our daily
lives. It will present insights into Eucharistic spirituality,
while discussing the theology of the Eucharist, and the
social teachings of the Church.
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PERIOD 7
SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015 • 10:00 - 11:30 AM
7-12 A DEEP THEOLOGICAL TRUTH REVEALED:
EVERYBODY’S A BIT WEIRD!
Congress 2006, with its theme “Step into
Freedom”/”Paso a la Libertad,” marked
the 50th annual event sponsored by the
Office of Religious Education (beginning
with the first CCD “institute” in 1956). The
event in 2006 brought together 39,444
registrants, 200 speakers, 447 volunteers,
226 exhibitors with 1,676 representatives,
and 15,324 in attendance for Youth Day.
Darrell Hall (bio 6-12)
We all want to see and think of ourselves as normal, but
the Bible insists that no one is truly normal: “We are all
like sheep that have gone astray” and “all have sinned
and fall short of the glory of God.” Ever notice how many
messed up families there are in Genesis? Why does the
writer of Genesis include all this stuff? The writer is trying to establish a deep theological truth: Everybody’s a
bit weird! Despite our weirdness, we were made for relationships, but all relationships are broken. The solution
to our brokenness? The carpenter from Nazareth!
7-13 THE PSALMS AND THE CATECHESIS OF THE
HEART
Like actors learning and rehearsing a script, making the
words of the psalms our own in prayer and song allows
them to tutor our hearts, drawing us “from image to appropriate affect and back again,” as one theologian has
put it. In reflection and song, Bob Hurd will explore this
catechesis of the heart by the psalms, especially their
role in the unfolding Liturgy of the Word.
Bob Hurd
7-14 WHO DO YOU SEE AT THE CENTER? CREATING
A CULTURE OF ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Our Church documents encourage us to put “adults at
the center” of our faith formation efforts. What does
a parish community that really puts adults and young
adults at the center look like? It’s not so much about
creating more programs as it is about creating a culture
where adults are encouraged and nourished to grow in
faith together – a community that transforms lives and
creates disciples. What supports do we need to provide
– and what impediments do we need to remove? We will
explore what an “adult growing in faith” looks like, and
how we might nurture an engaged community of adult
faithful committed to lifelong formation.
Douglas Leal
Douglas Leal is Director of Mission Services for
St. Joseph Health in Mission Viejo, Calif. He formerly served as Division Coordinator for Adult
Faith Formation and Young Adult Ministry in the
Office of Religious Education for the Los Angeles
Archdiocese. Leal, who has worked as a management consultant
and a professional actor and director, has presented at national
and local diocesan events. He is also author of the skill-building
book for lectors, “Stop Reading and Start Proclaiming!”
Lir Mac Cárthaigh (bio 2-16)
From illuminated manuscripts to Instagram, the combination of Word and image has long been one of the
catechist’s most effective tools. This workshop provides
insights into the ways in which educators can employ
graphics and imagery to connect with the lives of today’s
digital natives.
7-16 MULTICULTURAL CHURCH: MANY AND ONE
Jump into an experience that embraces the variety and
diversity in our parishes and in the world. Moving toward oneness and communion in many cultures requires
a small portion of courage, humility and, dare we say,
faith! This workshop will transform more than your liturgies. Come and see!
Jesse Manibusan
With over 28 years of ministry in the church, Jesse
Manibusan is an itinerant witness, songwriter,
speaker, joy cultivator, storyteller and evangelizer.
Together with his wife, Jodi, they are co-founders
of 2by2 Ministries. Manibusan is a keynote speaker, workshop clinician and musician at numerous national and
international events. He is a composer and recording artist with
spiritandsong.com and has various CDs published by Oregon
Catholic Press.
7-17 YOUTH AND DISCIPLESHIP IN CYBERSPACE
Pope Francis says the Internet is a wonderful thing …
just don’t overdo it. The Pope gets it; he knows where
our teens are sometimes better than we do! Do you,
as a parent, priest or youth minister, understand how
to post, tweet, tag, upload and hashtag Jesus into your
teens’ hearts? (Warning: The technology I just referred
to might be obsolete by the time RECongress happens!)
Judy McDonald
Judy McDonald, a professional comedienne for the
past 20 years, is in great demand at parishes and
conferences across the United States and internationally. She was a residential minister at the University of San Diego and became Youth Minster for
the San Diego Diocese. McDonald has been in full-time traveling ministry for over 10 years, including shows for military bases
in Germany, Italy, Belgium and parishes in Ireland, Croatia,
Scotland and across the United States.
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Bob Hurd has served as a teacher, composer and
liturgist in various pastoral and academic settings
in California, including Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, the Franciscan School of
Theology in Berkeley, and St. Patrick’s Seminary
in Menlo Park. He currently teaches in the Graduate Pastoral
Ministries Program of Santa Clara University. His widely used
liturgical music is featured in numerous hymnals in the United
States, Canada, Great Britain and Australia. Dr. Hurd has authored many articles and has contributed to several books.
7-15 MEETING THEM WHERE THEY ARE: CATECHIZING YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH VISUAL LANGUAGE
PERIOD 7
7-18 POPE FRANCIS AND THE JOY OF THE GOOD
NEWS
Refresh the eyes and ears of your soul through the beautiful paintings and rich insights of Brother Mickey McGrath and the soulful sounds of John Angotti. Renowned
for the ways that he sparks the Catholic imagination,
Bro. McGrath will share his new works of art that are inspired by the words of Pope Francis, while Angotti’s music will bring an added dimension to the Pope’s words.
Come and be inspired by a new awareness of God’s loving presence and discover new ways to bring that love
and mercy to others each day.
Bro. Michael O’Neill McGrath
Brother Mickey McGrath, an Oblate of St. Francis
de Sales, is an artist, author and popular speaker at
retreats and religious education conferences around
the country. He also creates art for many Catholic
publishers including America Magazine and the U.S.
Conference of Catholic Bishops. Bro. McGrath’s work and ministry have been featured in St. Anthony Messenger, USA Today, and
Catholic newspapers around the country. In 2014, he received a
Catholic Press award for his book, “Go to Joseph.”
John Angotti
John Angotti is a full-time music missionary. He
travels worldwide providing concerts, workshops,
retreats, missions, conferences and liturgies. Angotti has won numerous awards, including “Male
Vocalist of the Year” from the United Catholic
Music and Video Association. He performed at the 2008 World
Youth Day in Sydney, Australia, and at Carnegie Hall in New
York. His song, “Stand in the Light,” was the 2007 RECongress
theme song and is the title of one of his latest recordings.
10:00 - 11:30 AM • SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015
7-19 SEEING GOOD CHURCH: HEALING OUR FEARFUL BLINDNESS TO RISK
Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson (bio 6-16)
“Good Church” means encountering Jesus in a way that
transforms, provokes, disturbs, prods or even offends.
Good Church requires risk. Jesus was risky all the time.
In the Congress theme scripture (John 9:1-41), Jesus
messily (with mud and spit!) heals a blind man. Rather
than celebrate a miracle, the Pharisees argue about accuracy, propriety and consequences. What if, unlike the
Pharisees, we courageously risked an authentic encounter with Jesus? What would that look like? It will be
messy. It will be demanding. It will heal and transform.
It will be Good Church!
7-20 RELIGIOUS FREEDOM IN THE UNITED STATES
AND ABROAD
Rev. Thomas J. Reese, SJ (bio 3-24)
Freedom of religion is a fundamental human right that
was endorsed by the Second Vatican Council. People are
persecuted and killed for their faith in many countries
around the world, and wars are waged between different
faith groups. Even in the United States, the bishops complain believers’ freedom of religion is being violated by
some laws. The purpose of this presentation is to introduce you to these issues and give you the tools to think
about them.
Held in the Anaheim Convention Center Arena, the
Opening Rite of Congress incorporates different
cultures as a welcome/blessing that signals the
beginning of the adult three days of Congress.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015 • 10:00 - 11:30 AM
7-21 WHY SHOULD I FEEL DISCOURAGED? FACING
THE DISAPPOINTMENTS OF MINISTRY WHILE
SINGING HALLELUJAH
Rev. R. Tony Ricard, MTh, MDiv (bio 6-19)
St. John Paul II said, “Do not abandon yourselves to
despair. We are the Easter people and Hallelujah is our
song.” Sometimes, it is not easy to live as an Easter people in an eternal Good Friday world. We have so many
situations that can discourage us from being about the
business of God. Yet, God calls to be strengthened by
our very moments of disappointment. This interactive
workshop will present ways to deal with the disappointments of ministry while staying true to the joys of Christianity. Come learn ways to deal with circumstances that
may be blocking you from reflecting the light of Christ.
7-22 THE LIFE ISSUES IN LIGHT OF THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF JUSTICE
Rev. Robert J. Spitzer, SJ, PhD (bio 3-26)
7-23 PARENTS MATTER: INVOLVING PARENTS IN
CHASTITY EDUCATION
Pam Stenzel (bio 2-26)
The most important voice in developing faith and values
for students is still the parents’. It is imperative that parents are equipped and empowered to be an integral part
of the faith formation of their children, especially when
it comes to chastity. We will discuss tools for involving
parents, and the importance of parental involvement not
only for the faith formation of their child but for the parents’ own continued education and spiritual growth. We
will also discuss the character qualities needed for a student to make moral choices when it comes to sexuality.
7-24 ALL ARE WELCOME: CATECHESIS & SPECIAL
NEEDS
Dr. Joseph White & Ana Arista (bios 2-28)
We know the Gospel message is for everybody, but
how can we make it more accessible for children and
teens with special needs? In this session, we will discuss what our Church teaches about inclusion of persons
with disabilities and learn basic skills that catechists and
catechetical leaders can use to ensure that everyone can
discover the faith.
7-25 HOW TO ASK FOR WHAT WE NEED
When our needs are not met by the people we care about,
we often end up venting our frustrations, complaining,
criticizing or sometimes we might resign ourselves and
withdraw and detach emotionally from them. Unfortunately, none of these approaches help others respond to
our needs. In this session, Dr. John Yzaguirre will offer a
more effective way to communicate our needs described
as “interpersonal coaching.” This approach is an essential
component in building relationships of high mutuality.
Dr. John Yzaguirre
Psychologist and author Dr. John Yzaguirre specializes in family life and Catholic spirituality. He
co-directs the California Prosocial Institute with
his wife, Claire Frazier-Yzaguirre, MFT, MDiv,
with whom he has co-authored “Thriving Marriages.” Dr. Yzaguirre has been a keynote speaker at conventions
in Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and the United States. In
addition to his active private practice in Irvine, Calif., he offers
numerous marriage and family formation seminars at churches
across the country.
7-70 Sự liên hệ giữa lịch sử, truyền thống và sự truyền
bá Đức Tin của người Công Giáo Việt Nam
Đức Cha Cosma Hoàng văn Đạt, SJ (buhay 2-70)
Một chuỗi dài về truyền thống và lịch sử của người VN.
Con người của tín ngưỡng. Làm sao người Công Giáo
Việt Nam dùng những truyền thống Đức Tin của cha ông
để lại và truyền bá đức tin ấy như thế nào, để mọi người
nhìn thấy Thiên Chúa trong môi trường đang sống.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HISTORY, TRADITION AND EVANGELIZATION OF THE CATHOLIC FAITH IN VIETNAM
Bishop Cosma Hoang Van Dat, SJ (bio 2-70)
There is a long chain of tradition and history for the Vietnamese people – a religious people. How can the Vietnamese use the Catholic faith traditions from our ancestors to evangelize to help the people “see” God in the
society in which we live.
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The teachings of Jesus Christ and their interpretation by
the Church have led to the formulation of many of the
fundamental principles of justice embraced by secular
society today: the principle of unjust laws (St. Augustine); the inherent dignity of the person (Bartolome de
las Casas, OP); and even inalienable rights (Francisco
Suarez, SJ). Fr. Robert Spitzer will show how disregard
for these principles led to both the Dred Scott decision
(sanctioning slavery) and the Roe v. Wade (abortion) decision. He will then suggest a strategy to restore these
principles to public consciousness so that they can again
guide our country toward a culture of life.
Exhibit Hall A is home to 490 booths housing over 200 companies as exhibitors – ranging from religious art to educational institutions, in addition
to our own represented Archdiocesan ministries.
PERIOD 8
1:00 - 2:30 PM • SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015
8-01 SOJOURN TO A JOYFUL HEART
Mary Amore, DMin (bio 1-02)
Pope Francis is capturing the hearts and minds of Christians everywhere. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity
to prayerfully prepare your heart for ministry by reflecting on the writings of this inspiring man of God. In this
presentation, we will explore ways to develop a friendship with Jesus, respond to others with love and mercy,
and live in this world as Spirit-filled evangelizers.
8-02 FORMATION OF RCIA CATECHISTS
Mary Birmingham (bio 6-3)
The catechetical components of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults call for ministry from priests, deacons
and catechists. Catechumenal catechesis is a shared endeavor, yet training is needed for initiatory catechesis.
Come and learn ways to train your parish catechists to
embrace the vision of the RCIA and develop sound education models that will engage the minds and hearts of
catechumens and candidates.
8-03 THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF FAITH
ARENA
Grayson Warren Brown (bio 4-03)
In Romans 8:21, St. Paul makes a remarkable statement:
If God is for us, who can stand against us? Today, that
message might translate: Hey, get up, go out and stop
being afraid! Change the world; because God is with you
and with God on your side, you are unstoppable! We live
in a world today that is in desperate need of the healing
power of the love of Christ. But Christ cannot change the
world with just his words alone; he needs to get his body
in motion. And who is the body of Christ? We are! In this
session, we are going to preach and sing and get “fired
up” about God’s call to bring light to darkness and hope
to the weary. Let’s strengthen our faith together, so that
we can take Paul completely at his Word.
8-05 JUST SAY NO: NAYSAYERS IN THE BIBLE’S
WISDOM BOOKS
Alice Camille, MDiv (bio 3-02)
Is it possible to say a small “no” in order to arrive at a big
“Yes”? Is there room in the life of faith for doubt and disagreement? The Bible contains many examples of how
“no” can become the ultimate “yes” in the life of the
faithful. Disagreeable folks are welcome to participate!
8-06 LIVING THE EUCHARIST IN DAILY LIFE
Rev. Christopher Collins, SJ (bio 3-03)
If the liturgy is, as Vatican II put it, the source and summit of our lives as Christians, exactly how does that work
when we look at the specifics of the liturgy itself, especially the offertory, consecration and communion? We
can come to see that the liturgy is the perfect pattern for
living our ordinary lives when they are lived united to
the Heart of Christ. This session will explore new ways
of looking at the Sacred Heart of Christ and how that
spirituality can be fruitful in ordinary day-to-day living.
8-07 A FORM OF “NEW EVANGELIZATION”: A MODEL FOR PARISH BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
Amy Florian (bio 2-07)
When a loved one dies, mourners feel lost, alone and
in desperate need of the faith community. Yet most parishes provide little more than assistance in planning the
services, and often not even that. Learn an integrated
model for how your parish can serve and comfort people
in the toughest times of their lives. It not only fulfills our
Gospel calling to comfort those who mourn, it is also an
extremely effective form of evangelization that touches
people’s hearts and changes lives.
8-08 FRANCISCAN SPIRITUALITY TODAY: A NEW
WAY OF SEEING THE WORLD!
Fr. Daniel P. Horan, OFM (bio 4-10)
8-04 HOW TO MAKE SAINTS AND EVANGELIZE
PEOPLE
Stephen Bullivant (bio 6-05)
In the words of second-century martyr St. Ignatius of
Antioch, “It is good to teach, if he who speaks also acts.”
This basic idea recurs throughout the Christian tradition,
not least in Pope Paul VI’s famous observation, “Modern
man listens more willingly to witnesses than to teachers,
and if he does listen to teachers, it is because they are
witnesses” (Evangelii Nuntiandi, no. 41). Drawing on
examples from the early church and new research in the
social sciences, in this workshop we will explore why
and how this age-old missionary insight is so crucial for
the success of the New Evangelization.
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St. Francis of Assisi remains one of the most popular
saints in all of Christian history and has come into the
worldwide spotlight in a new way with Pope Francis,
who has taken his name and pastoral inspiration from the
saint from Assisi, Italy. While most people are familiar
with some aspects of St. Francis’s history, experiences
and even writings, few are well versed in what is generally called “Franciscan spirituality.” This workshop
presents insights from the Franciscan tradition brought
together in a dynamic, creative and renewing spiritual
vision. The themes presented provide an introductory
approach to the many riches of the tradition named for
St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi.
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8-09 MISSIONARY DISCIPLESHIP
Anthony J. Gittins, CSSp (bio 5-14)
Looking at the instructions of Jesus and the New Testament writings, we will construct a profile of discipleship
as Jesus sees it. We will consider some obstacles and
also some aids to discipleship, and show how all authentic discipleship – then and now – must have a missionary
or “missional” dimension. This call to discipleship is for
all the baptized.
8-10 PASTORAL LEADERSHIP FOR THE NEW EVANGELIZATION
Rev. John E. Hurley, CSP, DMin (bio 5-15)
8-11 CHILDREN ON THE RUN: WHY CHILDREN ARE
FLEEING MEXICO AND CENTRAL AMERICA
AND WHAT THE CHURCH CAN DO ABOUT IT
In 2014, an estimated 60,000 minors crossed into the
United States from Mexico and Central America. Many of
these children are forced from their homes and families,
propelled by violence, insecurity and abuse in their communities and at home. This session will review why this is
happening, what the cost is to families, children, and the
United States, and what the Church can do about it.
Richard Alan Jones
Rick Jones, based in San Salvador, El Salvador,
is Deputy Regional Director for Global Solidarity
and Justice in Latin America and the Caribbean for
Catholic Relief Services. During the last 20 years,
he has worked for human rights, peace-building
and development programs in Latin America. In his capacity,
Jones has made official appearances before the U.S. Agency for
International Development and the U.S. Senate Committee on
Foreign Relations.
Rev. Michael Kennedy, SJ
Jesuit priest Fr. Michael Kennedy has worked in
parishes in Latin America and in the United States,
including at Dolores Mission in Los Angeles. As a
spiritual director, he specializes in Ignation Spirituality and conducts meditation retreats. Fr. Kennedy also ministers as a prison chaplain and is currently Executive Director of the Jesuit Restorative Justice Initiative and
Co-Chaplain at Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall in Sylmar, Calif.
8-13 NEW MEDIA AND THE NEW EVANGELIZATION
Rev. Matthew Malone, SJ (bio 3-18)
This workshop will explore the intersection of new media and the New Evangelization in the contemporary
United States. What are the theological, pastoral and
social resources that the Catholic media can draw upon
to more fully realize their potential as ministries of the
church and multi-platform communicators? Topics will
include mission and identity for media, the social and
ecclesial context of the New Evangelization, managing
relationships with the secular press, as well as suggestions for managing organizational change in light of different apostolic priorities.
8-14 BEARING GIFTS AMONG US: INTERNATIONAL
MINISTERS AND PARISH LIFE TODAY
There is a rising population of foreign-born ministers in
the Church in the United States today, including priests,
women and men religious. The cultural gifts they bear
and share are numerous and are influencing parish life
and ministry. As a result, understanding how to recognize and respect cross-cultural boundaries is crucial.
This session presents some of the intercultural dynamics
of learning and sharing between international ministers,
pastors and parish ministers.
Rev. Ricky Manalo, CSP, PhD
Fr. Ricky Manalo is a Paulist priest currently teaching at Santa Clara University and the Jesuit School
of Theology in Berkeley, Calif. In addition to his liturgical compositions, he has written numerous articles and books. Fr. Manalo is also Director of the
Cultural Orientation Program for International Ministers/Priests
at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, and serves as an
advisor to the U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Cultural Diversity in
the Church and the Secretariat on Divine Worship.
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Pope Francis is raising the bar of expectation in the pews
of our churches. The challenge for all of us in pastoral
leadership is to get with the program to lead, inspire, invite and celebrate how our communities are fostering the
mission entrusted to us and missionary disciples. Evangelizing communities get involved by word and deed,
are supportive, patient and have apostolic endurance. We
will explore key ways to move from a maintenance model of ministry to a mission-focused one. As Pope Francis
reminds us, “An essential principle of management is the
refusal to be satisfied with current results and to press
forward, in the conviction that those gains are only consolidated by working to achieve even more.”
8-12 JESUIT MYSTICISM, POPE FRANCIS AND COMPASSION
What does it mean to find God in all things? How can we
be in union with God with our busy lives? This session
will explore the Jesuit approach to prayer and present a
practical tool for “present-day mystics.” We will look at
Jesuit spirituality by exploring the personal spirituality
of Pope Francis and his lived experience as both a Jesuit
and as Pope. We will examine the concept of “compassion” in two of Pope Francis’ letters on how Jesuit meditation can lead us gracefully into everyday compassion.
PERIOD 8
8-15 SUPER SONGS OF SUPERHEROES
Jesus, Mary and the saints are the “superheroes” of our
faith. Songs which celebrate their lives, words and deeds
can inspire everyone, especially children, to follow in
their footsteps as people of faith. Come along ready to
sing, move and have fun as Australian composer Michael
Mangan shares his vibrant, inter-generational songs that
are sure to engage and enthuse children and adults alike!
Michael Mangan
Michael Mangan is a composer, teacher and music
liturgist from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. He
is a member of the Australian Academy of Liturgy,
is Deputy Chair of the Australian Pastoral Musicians Network and is Music Director at All Saints
Catholic Parish in Brisbane. The former elementary school music teacher’s 250 compositions are used in parishes and schools
throughout Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United
States. He has been performing concerts for the last 18 years.
1:00 - 2:30 PM • SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015
integrates well with other models like Shared Christian
Praxis and will help every catechist develop engaging
faith formation for all age’s children, youth and adults.
8-18 A CALL TO “A CHURCH THAT IS POOR”: REIMAGINING YOUTH MINISTRY THROUGH
POPE FRANCIS
In his inaugural homily, Pope Francis committed himself
to “embrace with tender affection the whole of humanity,
especially the poorest, the weakest, the least important,
those whom Matthew lists in the final judgment on love:
the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the naked, the sick
and those in prison.” We can do no less. Using teachings
from the Holy Father as well as prayer, music, media and
dialogue, explore what it means to be a Church that is
poor and how that might shape our ministry to and with
the young church.
Ted Miles
8-16 BALANCING MARRIAGE AND MINISTRY: THE
GREAT DANCE!
Balancing family life and ministry can be rewarding, fulfilling and life-giving – as well as stressful, demanding
and frustrating. This workshop will consider the stressors, pitfalls and challenges inherent in balancing ministry and family life, identify coping strategies for when
one or both spouses engage in ministry, and remember
the profound blessings when ministry and family mesh.
Robert J. McCarty, DMin
Dr. Bob McCarty is Executive Director of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry,
based in Washington, D.C. He has been in youth
ministry since 1973, serving in parish, school, community and diocesan settings. Bob also provides
training in ministry skills and issues internationally. He serves
as a volunteer in his parish youth ministry and catechetical programs at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Fulton, Md., and his hobbies include cycling, rock climbing and now grandparenting!
Maggie McCarty, DMin
Dr. Maggie McCarty is Executive Director of the
Christian Brothers Conference in Washington,
D.C. She has worked for three decades with youth
and youth ministry and has experience at the parish, diocesan and national levels. Maggie teaches
courses in youth ministry at several universities and is a nationally and internationally known speaker and retreat leader. She
recently co-authored, with Robert McCarty, “Be a Champion for
Youth: Standing With, By, and For Young People.”
8-17 ENGAGING EVERY LEARNER EVERY TIME: A
SIMPLE FORMAT FOR PLANNING ENGAGING
FAITH FORMATION
Charlotte McCorquodale, PhD (bio 4-19)
How can we design learning that engages every learner,
every time? We will explore what it means to reach all
learners regardless of age and learning style. We will examine how using four critical questions and steps in the
learning cycle – Why, What, How and If – can help anyone design learning that engages learners. This model
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Baltimore-native Ted Miles is Catholic Relief Services’ Relationship Manager for Religious Education and Coordinator of their Youth Outreach in the
United States. Prior to joining CRS, Miles served in
parish youth ministry, Catholic high school education and faith formation for over 25 years, including the development of “Justice Action Week” for the Baltimore Archdiocese. In
2009, he was honored with the award for leadership in youth ministry from the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry.
Ben Walther
Singer/songwriter Ben Walther has been making
music for more than 15 years. Having been a part
of Steubenville Youth conferences across the country and Life Teen events, he began co-writing with
Christian music artist Matt Maher and released
“Everything Can Change” in 2008. His spiritandsong.com debut release, “Make Your Home In Me” debuted at No. 12 on the
iTunes Christian and Gospel charts. Walther continues to make
music and travels across the country to lead worship.
8-19 EVANGELIZING FAMILIES TODAY: ENGAGING
PARENTS AS PARTNERS IN FAITH FORMATION
Those in catechetical ministry today face the daunting
challenge of providing foundational faith formation to
two generations: the children and their parents. As Tom
Quinlan puts it, “We can no longer be on for simply catechizing children. We must be evangelizing households.”
This workshop will explore practical ways to create a
partnering dynamic with parents that can foster conversion and engage them more meaningfully in the faith
formation of their children.
Tom Quinlan
Tom Quinlan is in his 14th year as diocesan Catechetical Director for the Diocese of Joliet, Ill. He
was a parish director of religious education and
on the boards of the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership and of Paulist Evangelization
Ministries. Quinlan also co-chairs the National Conference for
Catechetical Leadership’s Evangelization Committee. He has
presented at the parish, diocesan and national levels, and he has
written numerous magazine articles.
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SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2015 • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
8-20 SLEEPING WITH THE ENEMY? ESTHER, JUDITH
AND SEXUALIZED POLITICS IN THE OLD TESTAMENT
Prof. Daniel Smith-Christopher (bio 1-23)
Both Esther and Judith are portrayed as female heroes
of the Bible who manipulated sexual relationships with
foreigners. In this session, we will explore some of the
troubled implications of these sexualized politics of the
Bible, and raise questions about the portrayal of women
in the Bible.
8-21 MARY AND JESUS IN ISLAM AND THE QUR’AN
This session will focus on the Islam narrative of Mary
and Jesus in the Qur’an. As both Mary and Jesus are major figures in Islam’s holy scripture, how is it that Muslims view these two figures, and how does that perception inform Muslims’ view of Christianity?
Jihad Mohammed Turk
8-22 RENEWING YOUNG ADULT CATHOLIC IMAGINATION
Reflecting on 20 consecutive years of Catholic schooling, Harvard humorist Matt Weber shares his story of
overcoming the myriad challenges that come with being
a twentysomething Catholic in an increasingly secular
world. Both inspiring and entertaining, Weber brings energy and joy to the New Evangelization with his public
witness as the “Andy Rooney of CatholicTV,” and delivering a unique approach to connecting young Catholics
with a renewed faith perspective – prompting CBS News
to call Matt Weber “the voice of a new generation of
Catholics.”
Matthew Martin Weber
Since 2009, Matt Weber has appeared as host and
producer on CatholicTV, the television network
based in Watertown, Mass. He is a frequent contributor to the the Huffington Post and the “Spiritual Something” blog on BustedHalo.com. Weber is
an award-winning multimedia producer as Digital Strategist at
Harvard University. For the past two years, he has had regular
speaking engagements, from major national conferences to parish events, along with many college appearances.
David Wells (bio 2-27)
Gerard Manley Hopkins wrote, “The world is charged
with grandeur of God.” Some people see it, some people
don’t. When we move into the light of Christ, he reveals
new truth and life to us. Through him we are forever
journeying from our blindness into sight. In this workshop, we will look at what the wisdom of the Church and
the saints have to say about spiritual blindness. We will
consider how we move from darkness through dappled
vision toward clarity, so that like the man born blind we
too can say with hope, “I was blind, now I see.”
8-24 EUROPE 1914-1918: THE ROOTS OF OUR PRESENT MISERY
Rev. Thomas Weston, SJ (bio 1-28)
One hundred years ago, Europe exploded into a nightmare of violence and chaos, which today we call the
First World War. We are living in the world created by
this conflict. In this session, we will look at the role of
Pope Benedict XV and President Woodrow Wilson, our
fleeting hopes for peace, our addiction to violence, and
the impact of those dreadful years on our modern world.
8-25 YOU CARED FOR ME
Dr. C. Vanessa White (bio 6-27)
The ministry of caregiver is important and challenging
– physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. This
workshop will focus on the ministry of the caregiver and
specifically address ways that the caregiver can be attentive to their own health and wholeness as they minister
to others.
8-70 Nhìn về người Việt Công Giáo tại Hoa Kỳ
trong tương lai: Cùng nghĩ cách đào tạo giới
trẻ
Rev. Giuse Nguyễn Việt Hưng, ICM &
Prof. Lê Xuân Hy, PhD (buhay 3-70)
Dưới ánh sáng đức tin, người Công giáo Việt Nam tại
Hoa Kỳ, căn cứ trên những ân huệ và trực diện với những
thách đố, nhận định lời gọi mời của Chúa làm sao để có
thể truyền đạt đức tin cho thế hệ tương lai.
ENVISIONING THE FUTURE:
AMERICAN CATHOLICS
VIETNAMESE
Rev. Joseph Hung Viet Nguyen, ICM &
Prof. Le Xuan Hy, PhD (bios 3-70)
In the light of faith, Vietnamese American Catholics discern the call God gives us, based on our gifts and challenges, so that we can respond in a way that fosters the
development of future generations.
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Workshops
Jihad Turk, a Palestinian-American Muslim, studied Arabic at the Islamic University in Saudi Arabia and Farsi at Qom College at the University
of Tehran in Iran. Turk is currently President of
Bayan Claremont, an Islamic graduate school at
Claremont Lincoln University in Claremont, Calif. Formerly,
he served as Imam/Religious Director of the Islamic Center of
Southern California in Los Angeles. He has been featured in the
Los Angeles Times as well as on the History Channel and CNN.
8-23 “I WAS BLIND, NOW I SEE”
HORARIO
JUEVES – 12 DE MARZO
(Horario de Día de los Jovenes en las páginas 8-9)
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Inscripción
VIERNES – 13 DE MARZO
7:00 am - 3:00 pm Inscripción
(Prefuncion Lobby)
8:30 - 9:30 am
Oración y Bienvenida (Arena)
10:00 - 11:30 am 1a Sesión de Conferencias
11:30 - 1:00 pm
ALMUERZO
11:45 - 12:30 pm Música (Arena)
– John Angotti y Amigos
Music (Hall B)
– Jeremy & Ryan
1:00 - 2:30 pm
2a Sesión de Conferencias
3:00 - 4:30 pm
3a Sesión de Conferencias
5:15 pm
Servicio de Oración y
Liturgias Eucarísticas
8:00 pm
Concierto (Arena)
– “Praise and Worship
with Spirit & Song”
“Film Showcase” 2015
9:00 pm
Oración celta
SÁBADO – 14 DE MARZO
7:30 am - 3:00 pm Inscripción
7:50 am
Alabanza matutina (Arena)
8:30 am
Asamblea General (Arena,
sin traducción)
10:00 - 11:30 am 4a Sesión de Conferencias
11:30 - 1:00 pm
ALMUERZO
11:45 - 12:30 pm Música (Arena)
– Pedro Rubalcava y Amigos
Música (Hall B)
– Michael Mangan y
Anne Frawley-Mangan
Curtis Stephan
1:00 - 2:30 pm
5a Sesión de Conferencias
3:00 - 4:30 pm
6a Sesión de Conferencias
5:15 pm
Servicios de Oración y
Liturgias Eucarísticas
8:30 pm
Concierto (Arena)
– “The Influence of One Life”
8:30 pm
Iluminaciones Sagrado
9:00 pm - 12:00
Baile (Marriott)
DOMINGO – 15 DE MARZO
8:00 - 11:00 am
Inscripción
8:00 - 9:30 am
Liturgia Eucarística
(Arena)
8:30 am
Asamblea de la mañana
Español:
Dra. Maria Aquino
Inglés:
Diana Macalintal
10:00 - 11:30 am 7a Sesión de Conferencias
11:30 - 1:00 pm
ALMUERZO
11:45 - 12:30 pm Música (Arena)
– David Haas
Música (Hall B)
– Donna Peña ValLimar
Jansen, Anna Betancourt y
Dolores Gomez
1:00 - 2:30 pm
8a Sesión de Conferencias
3:30 pm
Liturgia Eucarística (Arena)
TEMA DE REFLEXIÓN
El tema que se ha elegido para el Congreso 2015 – “Ver” – surge del encuentro extraordinario del
ciego, en el evangelio de Juan (9:1-41). Reflexionando en esa escena sorprendente, nuestras imaginaciones se estiran, somos atraídos a ver debajo de la superficie para descubrir la paradoja: El ciego
es el que ve, mientras que los que “ven” están sepultados en su propia obscuridad.
La ceguera espiritual toma posición central del intercambio y es el desafío para que todos vean a
niveles más profundos, a ver con el corazón como se sugiere en el siguiente diálogo:
“¿Por qué todos aquí se encuentran tan felices, excepto yo?” preguntaba el discípulo.
“Porque todos han aprendido a ver la bondad y la belleza en todo lugar,” dijo el maestro.
“Y ¿por qué yo no puedo ver la bondad y la belleza en todo lugar?”
“Porque no puedes ver afuera lo que no te permites ver dentro de ti.”
En estos precisos momentos, Dios está trabajando en el mundo, haciendo milagros, compartiendo
luz y vida. ¿Podemos ver sus obras maravillosas? ¿Estamos conscientes de su presencia en cada
aspecto de la vida, en la creación, en el gozo, en el dolor y en la lucha? Dios está allí. ¿Dónde
estamos nosotros? Paulo Coelho, autor de “El Alquimista,” dice: “Puedes quedarte ciego si miras
cada día igual que a otro – cada día trae su propio milagro.”
Se nos anima, pues, a renovar nuestra visión, a abrirnos a la luz transformadora de Cristo y a guiar
a otros a ver de forma diferente.
– Hna. Edith Prendergast, RSC
Directora, Oficina de Educación Religiosa
¿QUÉ ES EL CONGRESO DE EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA?
El Congreso de Educación Religiosa de Los Ángeles es el evento más grande de su clase en los
Estados Unidos. Su objetivo continúa siendo el de ofrecer capacitación y formación espiritual a
aquellas personas involucradas en el ministerio catequético y otros ministerios relacionados con
la catequesis. Hoy en día, sin embargo, el Congreso va más allá de la formación de los educadores
religiosos. El Congreso congrega a más de 40,000 participantes durante los cuatro días en que se
celebra, ofreciendo más de 280 talleres con una amplia gama de temas sobre la espiritualidad, música
religiosa, desarrollo personal, estudios bíblicos y catequesis.
Regístrese ya a este enriquecedor fin de semana, vital para el crecimiento y formación de ministros
de la iglesia. Complete el formulario de inscripción que se encuentra en la parte interna de la contraportada de este cuaderno. También puede visitarnos en el internet en www.RECongress.org; allí
puede usar su tarjeta de crédito para pagar su inscripción.
LUGAR Y PRECIO
El Congreso de Educación Religiosa se lleva a cabo en las instalaciones del Centro de Convenciones
de Anaheim, ubicado en 800 West Katella Avenue, Anaheim, California, al Sur de Disneyland y
Disney California Adventure.
COSTO: $70 (antes del 23 de enero, 2015); $80 (después del 23 de enero, 2015). El costo de
inscripción cubre la admisión a todos los eventos: exposiciones, conciertos, liturgias de los tres días
y a las conferencias (debe de presentar sus boletos de inscripción para entrar a éstas).
NOTA: También pueden inscribirse, en persona, durante el congreso. Solamente presenten su
formulario completo junto con la cuota de inscripción.
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EN VIVO
CONFERENCISTAS
Vea la Ceremonia de Oración
y Bienvenida en la Arena en viernes
que se transmitirá en vivo en el Sala B.
Con la creciente popularidad de nuestras
transmisiones, RECongress.org/LIVE es
otro lugar para ver el evento de la Arena
durante la mañana.
(Solo viernes, 8:30-9:30 am, Sala B)
Durante los
cuatro días, el Congreso 2015 ofrecerá
conferencias con temas que van desde el
crecimiento personal, la música y temas
espirituales – se ofrece en tres idiomas:
español, inglés y vietnamita. Nuestra
función “Keynote” (en inglés) es el sábado
y nuestra asamblea en español el domingo.
EXHIBICIÓN DE ARTE
Este año
contamos con el artista, autor y orador
Hermano Mickey O’Neill McGrath, oblato
de San Francisco de Sales. Su trabajo y el
ministerio se han ofrecido en USA Today y
periódicos católicos de todo el país. En el arte
y el texto, Bro. Mickey ilustrará hermoso e
inspirador. (Arena Lobby)
MUESTRA DE CINE
ESPACIO SAGRADO
Además
de la capilla, la adoración eucarística,
el sacramento de la reconciliación y un
laberinto, este año en el Espacio Sagrado
oren el Vía Crucis por medio de una
exposición artística de los artefactos de
indocumentados dejan atrás al atravesar la
frontera entre los Estados Unidos y México.
(Viernes a domingo)
LITURGIAS
El Congreso anualmente
ofrece una serie de liturgias de carácter
diferente. El Congreso 2015 ofrece 17
liturgias eucarísticas, incluso cultura
australiana, celta, contemplativa, filipino,
español, tongano, vietnamita y adultos
jóvenes, así como oración de la tarde y
servicios de taizé. (Consulte la página 22.)
DOMINGO
Acompañen a Donna
Peña, ValLimar Jansen, Anna Betancourt
y Dolores Gomez para un evento musical
que anima y alienta a través de una matiz
de sonidos en gracias y alabanza al Dios de
la vida. (11:45 am, Sala B)
En la red a www.RECongress.org • Facebook: RECongress • Twitter: LACongress
EXPOSICIONES
Uno de los
beneficios de registrarse para el congreso
es la Sala de Exposiciones – mostrando más
de 250 empresas como expositores que van
desde el arte religioso a la música, de las
editoriales a las instituciones educativas,
además de una variedad de ministerios.
(Lista de expositores en las páginas 90-91.)
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Español
Este año
la Muestra de Cine, en colaboración
con la Universidad Loyola Marymount,
presenta fragmentos de una serie de ficción,
cortos, documentales, experimentales
y películas de dibujos animados, cuyos
elementos temáticos se basa en la doctrina
social católica, la justicia, el ministerio, la
espiritualidad y la teología. (Viernes)
BIENVENIDO
UN MENSAJE DEL ARZOBISPO
Queridos Hermanos y Hermanas en Cristo,
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¡¡Bienvenidos al Congreso 2015! Me alegra que estén aquí, aprovechando
eesta oportunidad para conocer mejor a Jesús y para crecer en su fe.
El tema del Congreso este año, “VER,” está tomado de la bella historia del
E
Evangelio de San Juan sobre el ciego que fue curado y además recibió el
E
ddon de la fe.
El Papa Francisco, hablando sobre este pasaje, dice que ésta es también
E
lla historia de nuestras vidas. Nos dice que nosotros también tenemos que
““abrirnos a la luz de Cristo llevar fruto a nuestra vida … para que, como
nnos recuerda San Pablo, podamos comportarnos como hijos de la luz, con
hhumildad, paciencia, misericordia.”
Rezo para que su participación en estos días de formación, fraternidad, oración y alabanza
los ayude a comprender la fe católica de manera más profunda y enriquezca su relación con
Jesucristo, para que así Él siempre sea el centro de sus vidas y ministerio.
Encomiendo estos días a la Santísima Virgen María y pido a Dios que los bendiga abundantemente
a lo largo del fin de semana.
Sinceramente en Cristo,
+ José H. Gomez
Arzobispo de Los Ángeles
SALUDO DE LA DIRECTORA
Queridos Amigos:
Q
N
Nuevamente es para mí un privilegio darles una cordial bienvenida al
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Congreso 2015. Cada año nos bendicen con su presencia, su entusiasmo y
ccompromiso constante de compartir la Buena Nueva de nuestra rica historia
y tradición católica.
E tema escogido para este Congreso del 2015 – “Ver” – está inspirado en el
El
eencuentro extraordinario del ciego con Jesús (Juan 9:1-41) el cual nos reta
a nuevamente Ver por debajo de la superficie, a Ver más profundamente y
aampliamente. Nos invita a no solo abrir nuestros ojos físicos, sino también
llos ojos del corazón, los ojos de nuestros recuerdos y percibir la presencia de
Dios en todos los aspectos de la vida, en la alegría, en el dolo y en las penas.
D
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El creciente y asombroso número de conferencias, liturgias, oportunidades
de entretenimiento y recursos disponibles durante el fin de semana son fuente de enriquecimiento
y crecimiento espiritual para ustedes y sus comunidades de fe. Vengan, inspírense, crezcan y
renuévense con la sabiduría y el conocimiento que comparten los conferencistas nacionales e
internacionales.
Dentro de todas las actividades ofrecidas, siempre existe la oportunidad de pasar un momento de
silencio y tranquilidad en el Espacio Sagrado, caminar el Laberinto, disfrutar de la exposición de arte
y celebrar el Sacramento de Reconciliación.
Nuevamente, les doy las gracias por su apoyo y abrir su vida a la luz transformadora de Cristo
mientras guían a otros a Ver las maravillas de la presencia sanadora de Dios.
Espero saludarlos en el Congreso del 2015.
Sinceramente,
Hna. Edith Prendergast
Directora de Educación Religiosa
Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles
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BIENVENIDO
MENSAJE DE LAS COORDINADORAS DEL CONGRESO
Queridos amigos y amigas:
Como coordinadoras del Congreso de Educación Religiosa, con gran alegría les damos la
bienvenida al Congreso del 2015 cuyo tema es “Ver” / “See.”
Nuestro fin de semana promete estar lleno de experiencias enriquecedoras. Comenzando
con el entusiasmo y vitalidad del Día de la Juventud, y continuando el fin de semana con
una gran variedad de oportunidades para enriquecerse. Como siempre el Congreso ofrece
la oportunidad de renovar amistades y conocer a nuevas personas de diferentes partes del
mundo que asisten a esta reunión internacional. Asegúrense de pasar algún tiempo en la Sala
de Exhibiciones la cual ofrece una variedad de recursos y representantes de compañías para
atenderles de forma personalizada.
En la guía de registro uno encontrará una descripción de las conferencias, lista de eventos,
horarios, lugares de hospedaje e información de cómo inscribirse al Congreso por correo o
internet. En nuestra página de internet – www.RECongress.org – estaremos regularmente
actualizando la información del evento. Si deseas obtener información adicional envíanos un
correo electrónico a [email protected] o llámanos al (213) 637-7346.
Para los que no pueden acompañarnos en Anaheim, recuerden que pueden ver nuestro evento
en vivo a través de la red en www.RECongress.org/Live.
Esperamos verlos pronto en el Congreso de Educación Religiosa, mientras nosotras también
continuamos nuestra misión para ver más claramente y reconocer más profundamente la
presencia de Dios en nuestro encuentro diario de unos con otros.
Paulette Smith
Directora Asociada
Coordinadora de Eventos
Jan Pedroza
Coordinadora de Programación
Español
MENSAJE DE LA COORDINADORA DE MINISTERIOS CATEQUÉTICOS
Muy queridas compañeras y compañeros en el ministerio catequético:
Mi corazón salta de alegría cada año cuando me toca volverles a escribir para invitarles a
otro enriquecedor Congreso de Educación Religiosa y que nuestro buen Dios nos concede la
oportunidad de llegar a este momento ansiado año tras año. ¡Bendito sea!
El tema de este año, “Ver,” está inspirado en el pasaje de San Juan durante el insigne
encuentro del hombre ciego con Jesús (Jn. 9:1-41). Este pasaje nos desafía a todas las
personas creyentes a vivir con nuestra atención focalizada en Jesús, a mirar hacia adentro de
una manera más profunda y amplia, mucho más allá de los ojos y más hondo de la mirada
exterior; esto es llegar al corazón de la memoria.
El tiempo con su velocidad característica nos acerca con mayor prontitud a este tan esperado
fin de semana. Como siempre tendremos las y los mejores presentadores y presentadoras
nacionales e internacionales a la medida de nuestras necesidades. Gran variedad de liturgias
celebradas de acuerdo a nuestras multiétnicas comunidades.
La infinidad de compañías editoras de materiales que nos ayudarán a enriquecernos
teológica, intelectual y espiritualmente. El espacio de oración invitándonos a hacer una
pausa y descansar, en fin que la espera se hace urgencia por que llegue pronto nuestro
encuentro, y … hasta vernos les abrazo con singular afecto,
Lourdes González-Rubio
Coordinadora de Ministerios Catequéticos (Ep)
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EVENTOS
¡Adultos Jóvenes en el Congreso 2015!
Un ministerio para y desde los jóvenes de 18 a 39 años
El Sínodo Arquidiocesano de Los Ángeles nos llama a construir “grupos juveniles” sólidos en
nuestras parroquias, en nuestras regiones pastorales y en nuestra Arquidiócesis. El Congreso de Educación Religiosa ofrece numerosas oportunidades para promover y capacitar a los adultos jóvenes
en este vibrante ministerio. Este fin de semana es una excelente ocasión para que ellos renueven y
revigoricen su vida espiritual y su compromiso en nuestra iglesia.
Los adultos jóvenes están especialmente invitados a participar y compartir los diferentes momentos
de oración, música, ambiente y alegría durante el congreso. Acompáñanos en la variedad de experiencias orientadas principalmente para ellos.
LITURGIA DE ADULTOS JÓVENES
Sábado, 14 de Marzo a las 5:15 pm
Rev. Marc Reeves, SJ, de la Universidad Loyola Marymount de
Los Ángeles presidirá nuestra liturgia para adultos jóvenes con la
música dirigida por Jacob & Matthew Band. Ven a dar culto con otros
jóvenes de todo el mundo en esta celebración que destaca los dones
de los adultos jóvenes.
BAILE PARA ADULTOS JÓVENES
Sábado, 14 de Marzo, 9:00 pm - media noche
Costo: $7 por persona
Esta tradición anual del Congreso es una oportunidad para reencontrase con viejos amigos y hacer nuevos. Después de un día completo
de conferencias, convivir con otras personas y haber celebrado la
liturgia, nuestro DJ mezclará una variedad de ritmos musicales para
continuar la fiesta por la noche. Todos los adultos jóvenes de 18 a 39
años son bienvenidos. Se requiere identificación para entrar.
TE INVITAMOS A CONSIDERAR ESTOS CONFERENCIAS PARA ADULTOS JÓVENES
Las siguientes conferencias abarcarán los temas de formación psicológica
y espiritual de los adultos jóvenes. Extendemos una invitación particular a
todos ellos y a quienes sirven en este ministerio. Sugerimos también la lectura de esta guía para una selección de conferencias que respondan a sus
necesidades e intereses. (Las conferencias con un asterisco serán grabadas.)
Clarissa Valbuena Aljentera
4-01: “The Write Way! Using Creative Writing as a Way to Access
Prayer and Spirituality”
Katherine Angulo
1-51*: “Ignora el miedo pero no lo que lo causa – ¿Cómo hablarles de
Dios a tus hijos?”
Luis Benavides
6-51*: “Cómo transmitir a los niños el gusto por la Palabra de Dios”
7-51*: “Cómo preparar un encuentro de catequesis o pastoral de manera
atractiva para los niños y jóvenes de hoy
Julia Cano Valero
3-54*: “Adolescencia violenta y delincuencia juvenil”
6-53*: “Aspectos psiquiátricos de la violencia sobre la mujer
Rev. Allan Deck, SJ
2-52*: “La Formación Religiosa de Adultos en Evangelii Gaudium”
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Dra. Katherine DeVries
3-22*: “Bereavement Ministry to Young Adults”
5-09*: “Young Adult Ministry, Step by Step”
Rev. Peter Neeley, SJ
6-57*: “Ven y ver la realidad fe la frontera”
7-55*: “Jóvenes y el futuro de inmigración”
Dra. Verónica Rayas
4-55*: “¿Nos confirmamos y después qué? Formados discípulos
después de la confirmación”
8-55*: “La sabiduría de nuestras abuelas: Celebrando los rituales en
nuestras familias
Juan Pablo Saju
4-57*: “Conocer a Jesús para ser eficaces en el liderazgo parroquial”
8-56*: “La misión instrumento esencial del líder parroquial
Hna. Xiskya Valladares Paguago
5-56*: “El rol profético de los jóvenes como factor de cambio”
7-56*: “El uso de internet como medio de evangelización
Matthew Weber
8-22*: “Renewing Young Adult Catholic Imagination”
Congreso de Educación Religiosa • 13-15 de marzo, 2015
ÍNDICE
Aguilera-Titus, Alejandro ................................... 3-51*, 4-51*
Angulo, Katherine .............................................. YD, 1-51*
Aquino, Dra. María Pilar .................................... 5-51*, Key*
Bañuelas, Msgr. Arturo ...................................... 3-52*, 5-03*
Benavides, Luis ................................................. 6-51*, 7-51*
Bravo Perez, Rev. Benjamín ............................. 3-53*, 5-52*
Calderón, Rev. Juan Luis .................................. 1-52, 6-52
Cano Valero, Julia ............................................. 3-54*, 6-53*
Chávez Sánchez, Mons. Eduardo ..................... 3-55*, 5-53*
De Blas Saéz, P. Mariano .................................. 6-54*, 8-51*
Deck, Rev. Allan ................................................ 2-52*
Dell’Oro, Dr. Roberto ......................................... 4-04*, 7-52*
Espín, Dr. Orlando ............................................. 7-53*
Fernandez, Rev. Eduardo.................................. 1-53*, 4-52*, 7-07*
Fernandez, Santiago ......................................... 2-51, 4-15
Finke, Rudolf ..................................................... 5-54*
Flecha, Rev. José-Román ................................. 1-54*, 7-54*
Frias, Luz Elena................................................. 5-57*
Garcia-Mina Freire, Ana .................................... 2-53*, 4-53*
Hernandez, Hna. Glenda Valeska ..................... 6-55*, 8-52*
Hoover, Brett...................................................... 8-53*
Jones, Richard Alan........................................... 1-55*, 8-11*
López, Rev. Pedro ............................................. 2-54*
Matovina, Dr. Timothy ........................................ 4-54*, 6-15*
Medina, Dr. Jose Antonio................................... 6-56*, 8-54*
Montenegro, Juan Carlos .................................. 2-55*
Moreno, Rafael .................................................. 5-55
Neeley, Rev. Peter ............................................. 6-57*, 7-55*
Ospino, Dr. Hosffman ........................................ 3-56*, 4-20*
Perez, Giovanni ................................................. 5-57*
Pineda-Madrid, Dr. Nancy ................................. 1-53*, 7-07*
Portillo, William .................................................. 2-56*
Rayas, Dr. Verónica ........................................... 4-55*, 8-55*
Rodriguez Zambrana, Rev. Domingo ................ 1-56*, 4-56*
Saju, Juan Pablo ............................................... 4-57*, 8-56*
Sedano, María ................................................... 1-57*
Siller Acuña, Rev. Clodomiro ............................. 2-57*, 8-57*
Valenzuela, Victor .............................................. 3-57*, 6-23*
Valladares Paguago, Sr. Xiskya ........................ 5-56*, 7-56*
Vega, Ernesto .................................................... 3-58*
Vega, Fr. Richard ............................................... 8-58*
Yzaguirre, John ................................................. 4-58*, 7-25*
Zanotto, Rev. Luigi............................................. 6-58*, 7-57*
Zuniga, Douglas ................................................ 5-57*
y * sesiones grabadas disponibles a la venta
MISAS ESPAÑOL
ASAMBLEA GENERAL
Domingo, 8:30 am
DRA. MARÍA PILAR AQUINO
“Ver al mundo: Prácticas de gratitud”
En base a una comprensión teológica de la gratitud, esta sesión propone que el
Chávez
fomento de la gratitud abre oportunidades, tanto para afirmar valores religiosos en
beneficio de la convivencia social, como para intervenir constructivamente en la transformación de situaciones adversas.
Viernes y Sábado – 5:15 pm
Combinando la música, el ritual
y el espíritu de los participantes
que hablan dos idiomas – español
e inglés. Estas misas honrarán la
riqueza y los talentos de nuestras
culturas y afirmarán nuestra llamada a celebrar la unidad en la
diversidad.
Administración/Mayordomía
Espiritualidad
3-51*
1-53*
4-52*
6-55*
Asuntos de la Mujer
5-51*
6-53*
Catequesis
2-51
6-52
4-55*
1-57*
3-51* 4-51* 6-51* 1-52
1-54* 4-54* 5-54* 2-55*
8-55* 1-56* 3-56* 6-56*
3-57*
Crecimiento y Desarrollo
Humano
1-55*
4-53*
8-51*
2-53* 2-57* 3-54* 3-55*
4-56* 4-58* 5-52* 6-55*
8-52*
Eclesiología
4-52*
7-52* 8-53* 8-57*
Ecuménico
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Escrituras
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Mariología
Medios de Comunicación
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Formación para Adultos
Moralidad
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Multiculturalismo
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Evangelización
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Perspectivo Hispano
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Sexualidad Humana
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Tecnología
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Temas de la Vida
Necesidades Especiales Oración
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CATEGORÍAS
CONFERENCIAS
Viernes, 13 de Marzo
SESIÓN 1 – 10:00 - 11:30 AM
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1-54
1-55
1-56
1-57
Ignora el miedo pero no lo que lo causa –
¿Cómo hablarles de Dios a tus hijos? (*)
- Katherine Angulo
Vivir en el Misterio: La experiencia de
Dios y Biblia en la catequesis
- Rev. Juan Luis Calderón
El arte en la religiosidad popular: una puerta
sagrada al encuentro con Dios y su pueblo
santo (*) - Rev. Eduardo Fernández y
Dra. Nancy Pineda-Madrid
Cómo educar la conciencia (*)
- Rev. José-Román Flecha
Niños que Huyen: Los duelos que están corriendo a nuestros niños de México y Centro
América y las manera en cual la Iglesia
pudiera ofrecer su auxilia (*)
- Richard Alan Jones
La mirada interior (*)
- Rev. Domingo Rodríguez Zambrana
Denles ustedes de comer (*)
- María Sedano
SESIÓN 3 – 3:00 - 4:30 PM
SESIÓN 2 – 1:00 - 2:30 PM
2-51
2-52
2-53
2-54
2-55
2-56
2-57
La vivencia de la fe a través de la música Santiago Fernández
La Formación Religiosa de Adultos en
Evangelii Gaudium (*)
- Rev. Allan Deck
Aprender de los fracasos (*)
- Ana García-Mina Freire
RICA: Iniciación en la fe y renovación de
la Iglesia (*) - Rev. Pedro López
Inteligencia Emocional – liderazgo juvenil
(*) - Juan Carlos Montenegro
Justicia restauradora (*) - William Portillo
Ver nuestra realidad de migrantes (*)
- Rev. Clodomiro Siller Acuña
y * conferencias grabados
disponibles a la venta
3-51
3-52
3-53
3-54
3-55
3-56
3-57
3-58
Líderes excelentes, parroquias excelentes
(*) - Alejandro Aguilera-Titus
“Ver” como los profetas y místicos (*)
- Msgr. Arturo Bañuelas
Ritos familiares preparatorios a la primera
comunión (*)
- Rev. Benjamín Bravo Perez
Adolescencia violenta y delincuencia juvenil (*) - Julia Cano Valero
El laico es elegido por Santa María de
Guadalupe (*)
- Mons. Eduardo Chávez Sánchez
El ministerio hispano en parroquias católicas: Resultados de un estudio nacional (*)
- Dr. Hosffman Ospino
Comunicándonos con lo sagrado: 10 ideas
creativas usando símbolos de la religión
popular para la catequesis (*)
- Victor Valenzuela
Preparen los caminos al Señor (*)
- Ernesto Vega
Sábado, 14 de Marzo
SESIÓN 4 – 10:00 - 11:30 AM
4-51
4-52
4-53
4-54
4-55
4-56
4-57
4-58
Jesús, pastor que encuentra y acompaña
(*) - Alejandro Aguilera-Titus
Sacramentos como puertas a lo sagrado
y como ritos de pasaje (*)
- Rev. Eduardo Fernandez
Quererse para querer (*)
- Ana Garcia-Mina Freire
María de Galilea, María de Latinoamérica
(*) - Dr. Timoteo Matovina
¿Nos confirmamos y después qué? Formados discípulos después de la confirmación
(*) - Dra. Verónica Rayas
“No hay peor ciego que et que no quiere ver”
(*) - Rev. Domingo Rodriguez Zambrana
Conocer a Jesús para ser eficaces en el
liderazgo parroquial (*) - Juan Pablo Saju
Saber pedir lo que necesitamos (*)
- John Yzaguirre
SESIÓN 5 – 1:00 - 2:30 PM
5-51
5-52
5-53
5-54
5-55
5-56
5-57
Ver al mundo: Las mujeres construyendo la
paz (*) - Dra. María Pilar Aquino
Temas y ritos de paso, o sea, de Pascua en
la formación religiosa (*)
- Rev. Benjamín Bravo Perez
Santa María de Guadalupe, la mujer vestida del Amor (*)
- Mons. Eduardo Chávez Sánchez
Puntos centrales de la educación sexual en
la catequesis (*) - Rudolf Finke
Los sacramentos: Renovación de nuestra
vida espiritual - Rafael Moreno
El rol profético de los jóvenes como factor
de cambio (*)
- Hna. Xiskya Valladares Paguago
¡Retiros que inspiran! Una estrategia pastoral
de preparación para los sacramentos de la
reconciliación y Eucaristía (*) - Giovanni
Perez, Luz Elena Frias y Douglas Zuniga
SESIÓN 6 – 3:00 - 4:30 PM
6-51
6-52
6-53
6-54
6-55
6-56
6-57
6-58
Cómo transmitir a los niños el gusto por la
Palabra de Dios (*) - Luis Benavides
Ver el Misterio: Biblia, liturgia y mistagogia
- Rev. Juan Luis Calderón
Aspectos psiquiátricos de la violencia sobre
la mujer (*) - Julia Cano Valero
La Eucaristía: Misterio de amor infinito
(*) - P. Mariano de Blas Saéz
¿Por qué tengo miedo? (*)
- Hna. Glenda Valeska Hernandez
La unidad de los sacramentos de iniciación
(*) - Dr. Jose Antonio Medina
Ven y ver la realidad fe la frontera (*)
- Rev. Peter Neeley
La tierra explota (*) - Rev. Luigi Zanotto
Domingo, 15 de Marzo
SESIÓN 7 – 10:00 - 11:30 AM
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Cómo preparar un encuentro de catequesis o
pastoral de manera atractiva para los niños
y jóvenes de hoy (*) - Luis Benavides
Al centro de la ética cristiana: Papa Francisco y la ternura de Dios (*)
- Dr. Roberto Dell’Oro
“¿Quién es humano?” La pregunta clave en
el cristianismo (*) - Dr. Orlando Espín
Amor y alegría: EI fruto del Espíritu (*)
- Rev. José-Román Flecha
Jóvenes y el futuro de inmigración (*)
- Rev. Peter Neeley
El uso de Internet como medio de evangelización (*)
- Sr. Xiskya Valladares Paguago
Naveguen mar adentro (Mc 6,45) (*)
- Rev. Luigi Zanotto
SESIÓN 8 – 1:00 - 2:30 PM
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Actitudes positivas en la vida (*)
- P. Mariano de Blas Saéz
La tentación (*)
- Hna. Glenda Valeska Hernandez
Convivencia en la parroquia multicultural
(*) - Brett Hoover
Los movimientos apostólicos en la Iglesia
(*) - Dr. Jose Antonio Medina
La sabiduría de nuestras abuelas: Celebrando los rituales en nuestras familias (*)
- Dra. Verónica Rayas
La misión instrumento esencial del líder
parroquial (*) - Juan Pablo Saju
Ver la migración según el plan de Dios (*)
- Rev. Clodomiro Siller Acuña
Ver y proclamar (*) - P. Richard Vega
Congreso de Educación Religiosa • 13-15 de marzo, 2015
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1-51 IGNORA EL MIEDO PERO NO LO QUE LO CAUSA – ¿CÓMO HABLARLES DE DIOS A TUS HIJOS?
¿Cómo introducir en nuestros hogares la oportunidad de
hablar de nuestra fe? ¿Cómo enseñarles a los hijos a dar
su testimonio? ¿Cómo hablarles de las enseñanzas de la
iglesia? ¿Cómo crear oportunidades de oración como familia? En esta conferencia, compartiremos técnicas y/o
experiencias que se pueden utilizar para ayudar a los padres a dialogar sobre Dios con sus hijos efectivamente.
Katherine Angulo
Nació en México y creció en Bogotá, Colombia,
Katherine Angulo es fluente in inglés, español y
francés. Ha trabajado por más de 14 años en ministerio juvenil, ministerio pastoral a nivel de iglesia,
y ministerio universitario en las diócesis de Richmond, Virginia; Knoxville, Tennessee; y la Arquidiócesis de Miami, Florida. Y es en la actualidad el personal del Departamento
de Formación Católica y Evangelización como Director de la
Pastoral Juvenil de la Diócesis de Raleigh, Norte Carolina.
1-52 VVIVIR EN EL MISTERIO: LA EXPERIENCIA DE
DIOS Y BIBLIA EN LA CATEQUESIS
La mistagógica es la parte de la catequesis que introduce en la experiencia del Misterio. Frente a la tentación
racionalista de una catequesis intelectualizada y concentrada en aprender y memorizar oraciones y fórmulas
teológicas, se impone la necesidad de llevar al nuevo
cristiano a un proceso de vivencia de lo que se cree. Estableceremos las bases para un acercamiento experiencial a la catequesis y dar el salto de la teoría sobre Dios a
la relación con Él desde la Biblia como ámbito esencial
de conocimiento y relación con Dios.
Rev. Juan Luis Calderón
1-53 EL ARTE EN LA RELIGIOSIDAD POPULAR: UNA
PUERTA SAGRADA AL ENCUENTRO CON DIOS
Y SU PUEBLO SANTO
Últimamente, el Papa Francisco nos has estado recordando de la gran riqueza espiritual que se encuentra en
expresiones religiosas populares. Por medio de sus altares, procesiones y vigilias – repletas de cantos, símbolos, danza, drama sagrado y comida – este pueblo santo
no solo celebra en una forma sensual los grandes misterios de la fe sino también pasa sus tradiciones a nuevas generaciones. Tomando ejemplos de formas de arte
que se encuentran en la religiosidad popular, este taller
aporta una oportunidad para reflexionar teológicamente
sobre cómo Dios se hace presente por medio de estos
momentos sacramentales.
Además de dar clases de teología hispana y pastoral
en la Escuela Jesuita de Teología en Berkeley, que
ahora pertenece a la universidad de Santa Clara, el
Jesuita P. Eduardo Fernández se dedica a escribir,
dar talleres y retiros y colaborar en algunas parroquias. También ha hecho pastoral con universitarios. Ha escrito
varios libros, entre ellos una introducción a la Teología Hispana
en los Estados Unidos llamada “La Cosecha” en versión castellana y Mexican-American Católicos.
Nancy Pineda-Madrid, PhD
Nació en Albuquerque, Nuevo México, y creció en
El Paso, Texas, Dra. Nancy Pineda-Madrid es Profesora Asociada de Teología y Ministerio Latina/o
en Boston College, donde ha enseñado desde 2005.
Dra. Pineda-Madrid es autora de “Suffering and
Salvation in Ciudad Juárez” y la colección donde ella fue la coeditora, “Hope: Promise, Possibility and Fulfillment.” Está escribiendo un libro sobre la Virgen de Guadalupe.
1-54 CÓMO EDUCAR LA CONCIENCIA
Son muchas las voces que tratan de alejarnos del camino
recto y del bien. La conciencia moral es el lugar donde
nos encontramos con Dios. Educar la conciencia es la
clave de la moralidad, de la libertad interior y de la felicidad. En esta sesión, nos recuerda la doctrina bíblica y
el modo de educar nuestra conciencia y la de los demás.
Rev. José-Román Flecha
El P. José-Román Flecha es un sacerdote de la
Diócesis de León, España, donde ha sido párroco.
Es profesor en la Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca y profesor invitado por varias universidades
internacionales. El P. Flecha es miembro de una
Comisión de Estudios en la Congregación para la Educación
Católica (Santa Sede), y ha realizado trabajo apostólico en Chile,
Venezuela, Panamá, Costa Rica y China así como en Buffalo, New
York; Los Ángeles, California; y Phoenix, Arizona.
1-55 NIÑOS QUE HUYEN: LOS DUELOS QUE ESTÁN
CORRIENDO A NUESTROS NIÑOS DE MÉXICO
Y CENTRO AMÉRICA Y LAS MANERA EN CUAL
LA IGLESIA PUDIERA OFRECER SU AUXILIA
En el 2014, un número aproximado de 60,000 menores
de edad cruzó a Estados Unidos desde México y Centro América. Todos estos niños han sido forzados de sus
hogares y de sus familias por la violencia, inseguridad
y abusos que suceden en sus comunidades. Esta presentación explicará las razones por las cuales esto está
pasando, el costo para las familias americanas, y dará
sugerencias sobre lo que podemos hacer para remediar
esta situación como Iglesia.
Richard Alan Jones
Rick Jones, con sede en San Salvador, El Salvador,
actualmente es Director Adjunto para la Solidaridad Global y Justicia para América latina y el Caribe para Catholic Relief Services (CRS). Durante los
últimos 20 años ha trabajado en causas de construcción de paz, derechos humanos y desarrollo en America Latina.
Fue Director en El Salvador y Sub-Director en Nicaragua. Ha
dado temas en universidades, simposios e institutos en las Filipinas y los Estados Unidos.
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El padre Juan Calderón llegó a Estados Unidos desde España el año 2001 como Subdirector del Centro
Guadalupe en la Arquidiócesis de Newark, New Jersey. Actualmente es Vicario parroquial y Director
de Educación Religiosa en la Iglesia de San Rocco
en Union City, y en la Iglesia de José de Palisades en West New
York, como en Nueva Jersey. Es director del periódico New Jersey
Católico, y es Profesor del Lay Ecclesial Ministry Program de la
Diócesis de Las Vegas, Nevada. El P. Calderón es conferencista
en congresos en todo el país.
Rev. Eduardo C. Fernández, SJ
SESIÓN 1
1-56 LA MIRADA INTERIOR
SALA B
Requisito del crecimiento en la vida espiritual es el
“conócete a ti mismo/a.” La invitación en este taller es
verte a ti mismo/a y cuestionarte cómo has manejado tu
proceso de crecimiento. ¿Cómo manejas tus “manías,”
tus fallas diarias, tus frustraciones, tus heridas del pasado? ¿Te sientes víctima o protagonista de tu vida? El
eterno riesgo de los buenos es de ser muy espirituales
pero con cara de amargados. ¡Que Diosito nos perdone!
Domingo Rodriguez Zambrana, ST
El P. Domingo Rodríguez Zambrana es el Vicario
General de los Siervos Misioneros de la Santísima
Trinidad y también es facilitador de retiros, misiones y talleres. Es columnista del periódico católico
para las arquidiócesis de Newark, New Jersey, San
Juan, Puerto Rico y la diócesis de Rockville Center, New York. P.
Rodríguez fue también presidente del Consejo Nacional Católicos
de Pastoral Hispana y vicepresidente de la Asociación Nacional
de Sacerdotes Hispanos.
SESIÓN 2
2-51 LA VIVENCIA DE LA FE A TRAVÉS DE LA MÚSICA
¿Qué tanta importancia tiene la música en tu vida de
fe? ¿Tienes algún canto favorito que te conmueva profundamente y te acerque a Dios? ¿Qué es lo que hace
que la oración cantada sea tan bella y significativa, especialmente dentro de la misa? En esta sesión, Santiago
Fernández nos hablará acerca de este tema tan importante y personal para cada uno de nosotros. Reflexionaremos acerca del canto en la misa y en la oración personal, en retiros y en otros entornos que todos compartimos
como creyentes católicos. No te pierdas esta oportunidad
de aprender, cantar y ampliar tu entendimiento del canto
como parte integral de tu identidad católica.
Santiago Fernández
Santiago Fernández ha sido músico pastoralista por
25 años. Él trabaja actualmente en la parroquia de
La Sagrada Familia en Novi, Michigan, como director de música y también como presentador de
talleres para OCP. Charlas y talleres en eventos nacionales, regionales, diocesanos y parroquiales por los últimos
ocho años. Fernández es conferencista a nivel nacional y ha sido
miembro del Consejo Asesor Nacional para la U.S. Conference of
Catholic Bishops, director musical del National Catholic Council
for Hispanic Ministry, Instituto Fe y Vida y Coordinador de Culto
y Liturgia para el Primer Encuentro nacional de la Pastoral Juvenil Hispana en 2006.
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1-57 DENLES USTEDES DE COMER
Jesús pidió a sus discípulos que dieran de comer a las
multitudes. Los discípulos le contestaron que cómo
podían hacerlo con tan pocos recursos, pero cuando se
pusieron a servir se dieron cuenta que tenían más que
suficiente y aun tuvieron sobras. Los catequistas, discípulos/as de hoy, también son llamados por Jesús para
alimentar a las personas con el alimento de la Palabra
de Dios; y quizás como los discípulos de ayer también
se pregunten, ¿cómo puedo yo con lo poco que tengo y
soy dar de comer a tanta gente? En este taller, reflexionaremos sobre los dones y talentos que Dios nos ha dado
personalmente y comunitariamente, para así ser más eficaces en alimentar al mundo.
Maria H. Sedano
Maruja Sedano es la directora de la Oficina de
Catequesis y Ministerio Juvenil en la Archidiócesis
de Chicago, Illinois. Previamente fue directora asociada responsable de Educación Religiosa de Adultos y del Instituto Bíblico en la Arquidiócesis de Los
Ángeles, donde trabajó por 26 años. Por más de 10 años Sedano
sirvió en el Comité de Evangelización y Catequesis de la Conferencia Católica de Obispos en Estados Unidos. Más de 30 años
de experiencia entrenando líderes y catequistas, dando talleres
y conferencia en Latinoamérica, España y los Estados Unidos.
VIERNES, 13 DE MARZO • 1:00 - 2:30 PM
2-52 LA FORMACIÓN RELIGIOSA DE ADULTOS EN
EVANGELII GAUDIUM
Bajo el liderazgo del Papa Francisco la Iglesia vive un
momento fuerte de reforma o cambio. El documento
clave del papado actual es el documento Evangelii
Gaudium, que levanta una serie de ideas y líneas de acción pastoral. Entre ellas están la “conversión pastoral,”
la samaritanidad y la misión. ¿Cómo se relacionan estos
enfoques con la catequesis y especialmente con la formación de adultos? El P. Allan Deck iluminará este tema
con los resultados de sus investigaciones en la Argentina
que incluyeron entrevistas con los grandes colaboradores del Papa.
Rev. Allan Figueroa Deck, SJ
Reconocido nacional e internacionalmente como experto en la pastoral hispana en los Estados Unidos,
el padre Allan Deck lleva casi 40 años de servicio
a la Iglesia como administrador de una parroquia
latina, director diocesano de la pastoral hispana en
Orange County, California, y asesor de los obispos de California
y de los Estados Unidos. El padre jesuita es fundador del instituto
Hispano de la Escuela Jesuita de Teología en Berkeley, California; y del Instituto Loyola para la Espiritualidad en Orange, California; es Catedrático de Valores Sociales Católicos y Profesor de
Teología en la Universidad Loyola Marymount en Los Ángeles.
Congreso de Educación Religiosa • 13-15 de marzo, 2015
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ÓN 2
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3 DE M
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2-53 APRENDER DE LOS FRACASOS
SALA B
Los éxitos y fracasos entretejen nuestra existencia, son
inherentes a la naturaleza humana. Expresan nuestra
potencialidad y nuestra limitación, nuestra grandeza y
fragilidad. El éxito, al igual que los fracasos, nos son
indispensables para vivir y, sin embargo, son una de las
experiencias más difíciles de asumir. ¿Cómo podemos
afrontar los fracasos? ¿Cómo podemos extraer de ellos
una sabiduría válida para la vida? El objetivo de esta
conferencia es poder responder a estas preguntas y encontrar claves de comprensión y de actuación.
Ana García-Mina Freire
Ana García-Mina Freire es Vice-rectora de Servicios a la Comunidad Universitaria y Estudiantes de
la Universidad Pontificia de Comillas en Madrid,
España. Es autora de diversas obras sobre temas
relacionados con los ámbitos psicológicos y sociales. García-Mina es investigadora en programas de investigación
y desarrollo del Ministerio de Trabajo y Asuntos Sociales. A lo
largo de estos últimos años ha sido miembro del consejo de redacción de la revista de Teología Pastoral “Sal Terrae” y colaboradora de la revista “Catequistas.”
Rev. Pedro J. López
Hijo de padres mexicanos que emigraron a Estados
Unidos, el P. Pedro López nació en Ventura, California, en donde se crió en un hogar bilingüe y bicultural. Su servicio sacerdotal le ha llevado a conocer
nuevas culturas y servir en parroquias multiculturales. El P. López es Párroco de Saint Pius X Church en Santa Fe
Springs, California, de 2004 al presente. De 1991-95 fue Director
Auxiliar de la Oficina del Culto Divino en la Arquidiócesis de
Los Ángeles, y continúa asesorando a esta Oficina. Presenta programas de Liturgia Avanzada en Los Ángeles y San Bernardino,
y el programa de formación de los Diáconos Permanentes en la
Diócesis de San Bernardino.
Juan Carlos Montenegro
Juan Carlos Montenegro, es una persona que ha entregado toda su vida a trabajar con los jóvenes, ha
trabajado como misionero en la mitad de la selva
Amazónica y ha tenido la oportunidad de participar
en varios congresos internacionales. “JC” como le
conocen los jóvenes gracias a la experiencia que tiene de 17 años
de la pastoral juvenil ha logrado escribir tres libritos: “El Negocio de la Salvación,” “Pastoral Juvenil del Otro Mundo” y su
última publicación, “Intencionalmente Catequista,” que ha sido
publicado en Perú y en Ecuador.
2-56 JUSTICIA RESTAURADORA
La conferencia se va enfocar en profundizar la justicia
restauradora de Dios y de su iglesia en las personas cuando se desvían del camino. El hijo pródigo regresa a casa
buscando una segunda oportunidad y así mismo toda
persona merece ser visto con los ojos misericordiosos
de Dios, sin pre-juicio y como dice la escritura “como
nueva criatura.” También, vamos a observar cómo cada
acción tiene consecuencias y para que exista una verdadera restauración debe de existir un verdadero arrepentimiento y acciones concretas a favor de la misma.
William Portillo no es un reportero sino un testigo de
esta misma justicia restauradora y va a compartir su gran
testimonio de conversión en donde participó en la fundación de una de las pandillas salvadoreñas más temidas
mundialmente y cómo hoy es un agente de esperanza
para la iglesia compartiéndole al mundo que si él pudo
cambiar, tu también lo puedes hacer.
William Duane Portillo
William Portillo, nació en Los Ángeles, California,
es predicador laico misionero y consejero sobre
toda clase de adicciones. Es fundador y presidente
honorario del movimiento católico de Prevención
y Rescate en muchas parroquias a nivel nacional.
Portillo lleva 23 años predicando la palabra de Dios a nivel internacional en eventos masivos (congresos), retiros e imparte talleres de superación personal. Formador de líderes, voluntarios y
predicadores laicos. Es autor de artículos publicados en la red.
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2-54 RICA: INICIACIÓN EN LA FE Y RENOVACIÓN
DE LA IGLESIA
El Rito de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos (RICA) no se
puede llevar a cabo sin la participación activa de la comunidad creyente. Pero, para que esta comunidad tenga
una participación activa, ella necesita ver y comprender
quién es y cuál es su misión. Para muchos católicos esto
requiere ser renovados en la fe y comprender de mejor
manera el mandato que Cristo dio a su Iglesia – “Vayan
y hagan discípulos de todas las naciones.” Este mandato llama a la Iglesia a vivir lo que proclama y caminar
con su Señor. Para celebrar el RICA, llamando a otros
a la conversión requiere que nosotros, la Iglesia, demos
ejemplo de fe y que acompañemos a los que acuden a
ella pidiendo conocer mejor a Dios y a Cristo. Sólo así
puede la Iglesia celebrar de manera correcta y efectiva el
RICA. ¿Cómo hacer para que la comunidad de la parroquia participe en estos procesos de fe, conversión y renovación? Se proporcionarán posibles estrategias y métodos para despertar y fortalecer la fe de la comunidad y
ayudarla a mejor cumplir con la misión de la Iglesia.
2-55 INTELIGENCIA EMOCIONAL – LIDERAZGO JUVENIL
En 2014 tuve la oportunidad de ir a una experiencia corta
de misiones en la República de Angola, sur de África,
cuando el Obispo Tirso Blanco me dio algunos libros
para que los leyera. Uno de ellos hablaba sobre la “Inteligencia Emocional.” Esta técnica la apliqué en el campamento de verano donde tenemos 238 jóvenes sirviendo
como líderes. Los resultados fueron impresionantes. Así
que si quiere saber más sobre Inteligencia Emocional no
se pierda esta charla, es perfecta para catequistas, líderes
de grupos juveniles e incluso para cualquier persona que
está en contacto con jóvenes. Entre los temas que estudiaremos están: cómo ayudar a que el joven esté consciente de quién es él como persona, que esté consiente
de la sociedad que le rodea, que aprenda a manejar sus
emociones y por último que aprenda a manejar la forma
cómo se relaciona con otras personas.
SESIÓN 2
2-57 VER NUESTRA REALIDAD DE MIGRANTES
Los humanos tenemos un cuerpo que físicamente está
hecho para emigrar. Es el resultado de un largo proceso
que comenzó cuando empezamos a caminar erguidos en
dos pies. Entonces como humanidad nos dispersamos al
mundo entero. Actualmente las causas de la emigración
humana están principalmente en resolver limitaciones
apremiantes. Para resolver nuestros problemas migratorios actuales debemos ver claramente todas los dificultades que nos impulsaron a venir acá; descubrir consciente y analíticamente sus causas, conocer su relación con
el sentido humanitario de la emigración, ver cuáles son
las soluciones y las exigencias legales necesarias de los
mismos, descubrir qué medios necesitamos para lograr
esas soluciones, y proponernos claramente el horizonte
SESIÓN 3
3-51 LÍDERES EXCELENTES, PARROQUIAS EXCELENTES
Ven y descubre las cualidades de un líder católico excelente y los pasos para construir comunidades de fe
fuertes y dinámicas. La sesión explora el arte de dar la
bienvenida, crear sentido de pertenencia, formar líderes
y lograr la corresponsabilidad en parroquias con pastoral
hispana/latina.
Alejandro Aguilera-Titus
Alejandro Aguilera-Titus tiene 30 años de experiencia pastoral con énfasis en la formación de líderes,
catequesis, espiritualidad, pastoral juvenil y planeación pastoral. Su trabajo pastoral a nivel parroquial, diocesano, regional y nacional lo han convertido
en un teólogo práctico de gran influencia en la pastoral Hispana/
Latina en Estados Unidos. Actualmente es Director de la Pastoral
Hispana en Estados Unidos bajo el Secretariado de la Diversidad
Cultural en la Iglesia (USCCB).
3-52 “VER” COMO LOS PROFETAS Y MÍSTICOS
Esta presentación es una introducción básica a las enseñanzas de la Iglesia sobre justicia social y una reflexión
de cómo vivirlas en nuestras comunidades fronterizas y
globales. Profetas y místicos/as ven el cumplimiento de
la esperanza en el desarrollo de nuestro compromiso y
solidaridad con los pobres.
Msgr. Arturo Bañuelas
Mons. Arturo Bañuelas es originario de la diócesis
de El Paso, Texas, donde actualmente ejerce como
Párroco de la iglesia de San Marcos y Administrador de la iglesia de San Juan Bautista. En 1989, fue
co-fundador de la Academia de Teólogos Católicos
Hispanos de los Estados Unidos que ha ganado el reconocimiento
internacional. Mons. Bañuelas también fue el director fundador
del Instituto Tepeyac. Es miembro de varios consejos y comisiones
y presenta conferencias en las diócesis por todo el país.
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social, cultural y religioso en el que nos queremos situar
para vivir dignamente nuestra vida.
P. Clodomiro Siller Acuña
Sacerdote diocesano de Tehuantepec, Oaxaca,
México, P. Clodomiro Siller Acuña es Coordinador
del área de Investigación y Consultoría del Centro
Nacional de Misiones Indígenas en la Ciudad de
México, donde colabora desde hace 40 años. Fue
secretario ejecutivo de la Comisión Episcopal de Pastoral Indígena del Episcopado Mexicano y director del Centro Nacional de
Misiones Indígenas. Asesora a varias diócesis de México, América Latina y los Estados Unidos. Es miembro del Consejo Consultivo de la Dimensión de Indígenas del Episcopado Mexicano,
y miembro del Comité de Garantes del Tribunal Permanente de
los Pueblos.
VIERNES, 13 DE MARZO • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
3-53 RITOS FAMILIARES PREPARATORIOS A LA
PRIMERA COMUNIÓN
En la liturgia de la primera comunión se entrega a la persona (niño/a, joven, adulto/a) aquellos instrumentos que
recibió en el bautismo (agua, Biblia, nombre, cirio, cruz
y en ocasiones sal). Son cosas que deberían de ser tema
central de la formación religiosa preparatoria a los sacramentos de iniciación. Sin embargo, frecuentemente, se
prefiere emplear otros manuales en los que no se explica
el significado de estos objetos. De ahí la importancia no
solo de enseñar lo que significan sino sobre todo de celebrarlos como rituales familiares para recordar el bautizo.
Con la sesión tendremos oportunidad intercambiar preguntas y respuestas.
Rev. Benjamín Bravo Perez
Nacido en Michoacán, México, Benjamín Bravo es
sacerdote de la arquidiócesis de México y párroco
de San Sebastián en Ciudad de México. Especialista
en formas prácticas pastorales que respondan a desafíos de las ciudades, especialmente de las grandes
urbes. Ha podido entrelazar esta práctica en la elaboración de
una teología de la ciudad.
3-54 ADOLESCENCIA VIOLENTA Y DELINCUENCIA
JUVENIL
La expresión de conductas violentas en menores y
jóvenes es un hecho preocupante que parece ir en aumento y que suscita enorme preocupación en la sociedad. El ser humano en desarrollo, el adolescente, en el
proceso de conseguir su identidad y su autonomía, puede
expresar agresividad en ocasiones, presentar conductas
violentas o incluso iniciar el camino de la delincuencia.
Reflexionaremos sobre cuáles son las circunstancias
que facilitan y mantienen este fenómeno, sus causas,
los factores familiares y los modelos y valores sociales
que siembran la semilla de la violencia en los menores.
Veremos qué psicopatología puede estar relacionada con
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ello: jóvenes con problemas de salud mental que entran
en el sistema judicial antes que en los hospitales. Comentaremos algunos casos para entender el problema,
para saber cómo se puede atender y hablaremos de cómo
prevenirlo. No solo es la responsabilidad de muchos profesionales, también lo es de la sociedad en su conjunto y
de todos los adultos.
Julia Cano Valero
Julia Valero, nacida en el sur de España (Cádiz),
es Doctora en Medicina, especialista en psiquiatría
y Magister en Psiquiatría Legal. Es Profesora Asociada en el Departamento de Neurociencias de Universidad de Cádiz. Trabajo como médico psiquiatra
en consulta privada. Perito en procedimientos judiciales. Vocal
por Andalucía de la Sociedad Española de Psiquiatría. Responsable de grupo de Girl Scouts durante la adolescencia y juventud.
Docencia en la Universidad desde el año 1982. Participación en
cursos, congresos y seminarios de psiquiatría y criminología. Imparte asignatura de Psicología Médica en Facultad de Medicina
y la Psiquiatría Forense en Criminología, Facultad de Derecho.
Universidad de Cádiz.
3-55 EL LAICO ES ELEGIDO POR SANTA MARÍA DE
GUADALUPE
Santa María de Guadalupe eligió a Juan Diego, el laico
humilde mensajero de su amor, un laico que tuvo la gracia de conocer de manera directa a la Madre de Dios,
un laico fue el primero quien supo sobre la misión que
Ella llevaba a cabo, un laico que fue el primero en experimentar el paraíso, un laico que supo que Ella tenía la
dicha de ser su madre. Fue un laico, san Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, el mensajero del amor de Dios, por medio
de Santa María de Guadalupe.
Canónigo Dr. Eduardo Chávez Sánchez
3-56 EL MINISTERIO HISPANO EN PARROQUIAS
CATÓLICAS: RESULTADOS DE UN ESTUDIO
NACIONAL
SALA B
Cerca del 25 per ciento de todas las parroquias católicas en los Estados Unidos ofrecen servicios pastorales
directamente a la población de habla hispana. Esta es
una realidad que está transformando profundamente la
experiencia católica en el país. Después de tres años de
investigación de estas comunidades (2011-2014), el Estudio Nacional de Parroquias Católicas con Ministerio
Hispano está arrojando sus primeros resultados. En esta
presentación, exploraremos estadísticas importantes,
tendencias, preguntas, transiciones y estrategias para
planear mejor el ministerio y la catequesis con los católicos hispanos tanto a nivel local, regional y nacional.
El Dr. Hosffman Ospino es profesor de teología pastoral y educación religiosa en la Universidad jesuita Boston College en donde también es director de
programas de postgrado en ministerio hispano. Su
trabajo académico y pastoral le ha llevado a hacer
presentaciones en Latinoamérica, Europa y Norteamérica. Su libro más reciente es “Evangelización y Catequesis en el Ministerio
Hispano.” Él fue el investigador principal del estudio nacional de
parroquias católicas con ministerio hispano. Actualmente se encuentra trabajando en un libro sobre parroquias multiculturales.
3-57 COMUNICÁNDONOS CON LO SAGRADO: 10
IDEAS CREATIVAS USANDO SÍMBOLOS DE LA
RELIGIÓN POPULAR PARA LA CATEQUESIS
La catequesis nos da la oportunidad de utilizar modos
creativos e interesantes para la formación en la fe. Desafortunadamente, muchos catequistas sólo hacen el uso
de lo verbal y lingüístico para comunicar la fe. El lenguaje de la catequesis debe de ser lleno de símbolos y
creencias populares como los santos, la Virgen María,
los rosarios, los escapularios, etc. En esta sesión, veremos cómo tomar nuestras creencias populares y utilizarlas efectivamente en la catequesis. Ideas prácticas serán
compartidas para implementar en sus parroquias.
Victor Valenzuela
Victor Valenzuela es consultor bilingüe a nivel nacional de William H. Sadlier, Inc. Por más de 20
años ha estado trabajando en el ministerio hispano.
Valenzuela ha sido maestro de secundaria y ha colaborado en diversos ministerios parroquiales incluyendo pastoral juvenil y educación religiosa, donde tiene una
gran experiencia preparando materiales. Nació en Arizona de padres mexicanos, ha vivido la mayor parte de su vida en el área de
la bahía. Actualmente vive en Alameda, California.
3-58 PREPAREN LOS CAMINOS AL SEÑOR
Basado en la cita bíblica de Lucas 3:3-20, “Preparen los
caminos al Señor,” presenta un marco de referencia espiritual para cualquier líder ministerial o cualquier adulto caminando en la fe, para desarrollar una senda espiritual hacia el balance entre la humildad y la autoestima
en tu vida. Ven y reflexiona el contenido de este pasaje
bíblico desde el ángulo de la psicología y la espiritualidad. Te dará unas herramientas internas para desarrollar
una relación más profunda con Dios, con tu persona y
con tu ministerio, y te asistirá en el desarrollo espiritual
y de una nueva visión de liderazgo para ti y las personas
que colaboran contigo.
Ernesto Vega
Ernesto Vega es Coordinador del Ministerio de Formación de Fe para adultos de habla hispana en la
Oficina de Educación Religiosa de la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles. Lleva dos años de maestro de
preparatoria, y es conductor del programa “Hacia
Cristo con María” desde 2003 en El Sembrador. Vega es conferencista en congresos regionales, retiros y congresos para la
comunidad hispana. En la actualidad, él está en el proceso de
obtener una maestría en teología pastoral con concentración en
la dirección espiritual.
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Dr. Eduardo Chávez, nació en la Ciudad de México, fue ordenado por la Arquidiócesis de México.
Trabajó con éxito como Postulador de la Causa de
Canonización de San Juan Diego. Es cofundador
del Instituto Superior de Estudios Guadalupanos, y
es Canónigo de la Basílica de Guadalupe, en donde continúa su
trabajo como Director del Instituto Superior de Estudios Guadalupanos, así como Asesor Cultural de la Basílica de Guadalupe.
Ha publicado más de 38 obras, especialmente sobre el tema de la
Virgen de Guadalupe.
Hosffman Ospino, PhD
SESIÓN 4
4-51 JESUS, PASTOR QUE ENCUENTRA Y ACOMPAÑA
Alejandro Aguilera-Titus (biografía 3-51)
Ven y descubre los pasos que da Jesús en su labor evangelizadora. Estos pasos nos permiten ver con claridad
cómo Jesús sabe encontrarse con las personas y acompañarlas en su vida diaria, sobre todo en los momentos más
difíciles. ¡Aprende a hacer tú lo mismo en tu comunidad!
4-52 SACRAMENTOS COMO PUERTAS A LO SAGRADO Y COMO RITOS DE PASAJE
Rev. Eduardo C. Fernández, SJ (biografía 1-53)
¿De dónde venimos y a dónde vamos? Además, ¿cómo
sabemos si vamos por el buen camino? Durante la historia, los seres humanos se han hecho estas preguntas
esenciales. En la celebración de sacramentos, un Dios
generoso que se hace presente por medio de la Palabra,
ritos sacramentales y la asamblea, nos abraza y nos anima para seguir adelante a lo largo de las etapas de la
vida humana. Durante estos tiempos de iniciación, alimentación, maduración, perdón, sanación, compromiso
y vocación, los sacramentos nos abren puertas al mundo
sagrado repleto de gracia. Por medio de imágenes y relatos de varias culturas, este taller explora la relación entre
sacramentos y ritos de pasaje en la familia humana.
4-53 QUERERSE PARA QUERER
Ana García-Mina Freire (biografía 2-53)
La valoración que tenemos de nosotros mismos influye
profundamente en nuestra vida. Las decisiones que tomamos, el estilo de relaciones que establecemos, el rendimiento en el trabajo o en el estudio, la forma de estar
con los hijos ... están condicionadas por ese juicio evaluativo que hacemos de nosotros mismos, por eso que en
psicología llamamos “auto-estima.” El objetivo de esta
conferencia es analizar esta dimensión tan fundamental
del desarrollo psicológico y ver cómo podemos potenciarlas en nuestro ser.
4-54 MARÍA DE GALILEA, MARIA DE LATINOAMÉRICA
María de Nazaret ha sido una hermana en la fe para millones de creyentes en los 20 siglos del Cristianismo. Examinaremos a María en el contexto de Galilea del primer
siglo, en la Biblia, y en la fe cristiana, con enfoque particular en las comunidades latinas de las Américas.
Dr. Timoteo Matovina
Dr. Timoteo Matovina tiene más de 30 años de experiencia sirviendo entre los católicos hispanos.
Ha dado presentaciones sobre temas pastorales y
teológicos en numerosas diócesis, institutos pastorales y programas de formación. Actualmente es
Profesor de Teología en la Universidad de Notre Dame en South
Bend, Indiana, donde también es Director Ejecutivo del Instituto
de Estudios Latinos. Entre sus libros, Dr. Matovina es autor de
“Catolicismo Latino: La transformación de la Iglesia en Estados
Unidos.”
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4-55 ¿NOS CONFIRMAMOS Y DESPUÉS QUÉ? FORMADOS DISCÍPULOS DESPUÉS DE LA CONFIRMACIÓN
Nuestros jóvenes reciben el sacramento de la confirmación llenos de entusiasmo y de alegría. Ellos han tenido
un encuentro con Jesús y se sienten llamados a compartir
la Buena Nueva. Acompáñanos en este taller, en donde exploramos qué tipo de formación ministerial necesitamos
ofrecer para que crezcan como discípulos/as. La atención
se centrará en proporcionar oportunidades de crecimiento
en teología del ministerio, el desarrollo del liderazgo, la
espiritualidad y la justicia social.
Verónica Rayas, PhD
Dra. Verónica Rayas es la Directora de la Oficina
de Formación Religiosa de la Diócesis de El Paso,
Texas. Fue Coordinadora de Programas para el
Instituto Tepeyac en la Diócesis de El Paso y antes fue co-directora de la Pastoral Juvenil de la
Arquidiócesis de Nueva York. Tiene una amplia experiencia en
varios ministerios como catequista, ministerio de jóvenes, profesora de escuelas católicas y asociada pastoral. Dra. Rayas ha
presentado conferencias en Dallas, Texas, y Washington, D.C.
4-56 “NO HAY PEOR CIEGO QUE ET QUE NO QUIERE VER”
Domingo Rodriguez Zambrana, ST (biografía 1-56)
Reconocemos que somos seres libres. La invitación en
este taller es poder caer en la cuenta de cómo todos somos impactados por nuestros prejuicios. Somos libres
para admitirlos y superarlos, o permanecer encerrados en
ellos, porque “así soy yo.” Miremos algunos de nuestros
prejuicios: 1) sobre la raza (blancos/negros); 2) el género
(masculino/femenino); 3) comunidad de fe (los “iluminados”/la chusma). ¿Quieres ver con mayor claridad?
4-57 CONOCER A JESÚS PARA SER EFICACES EN EL
LIDERAZGO PARROQUIAL
En las Sagradas Escrituras no solo podemos encontrar
a grandes líderes que nos sirvan de ejemplo, entre ellos
nuestro Señor Jesucristo, sino también las enseñanzas de
la palabra respecto a las cosas necesarias para ser un líder
eficaz. En esta presentación analizaremos las virtudes de
estos grandes líderes bíblicos, y veremos cómo aplicarlo
en nuestra vida diaria y en la parroquia. Así también analizaremos los defectos de la falta de formación en el liderazgo. Y terminaremos reflexionando con los participantes
qué objetivos podemos considerar necesarios para ser más
eficaces en nuestro liderazgo parroquial.
Lic. Juan Pablo Saju
Juan Pablo Saju, nació en Mendoza, Argentina, y
vive en Guaymallénm, Argentina, es gerente general
de Agape International Enterprise. Fue traductor de
la Biblia China del griego al chino en el Instituto
Bíblico Franciscano y fue profesor de Biblia en el
Instituto Bíblico Diocesano de Hong Kong. Entre sus varias experiencias profesionales participó en la creación y el desarrollo de
una editorial en Asia. Ha escrito tres libros, dos en chino y uno en
Inglés, “Comentario a la carta de Pablo a los Gálatas.” Tiene un
libro en proceso en la carta de Pablo a los Efesios.
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4-58 SABER PEDIR LO QUE NECESITAMOS
SALA B
Cuando las personas que más queremos no satisfacen
nuestras necesidades es muy común que acabemos quejándonos, criticando o que nos resignemos y nos alejemos emocionalmente de ellos. Desafortunadamente
ninguna de estas conductas resuelve esa situación. En
su charla, el Dr. John Yzaguirre ofrecerá un método más
efectivo para comunicar nuestras necesidades que activan nuestra asertividad y favorecen el desarrollo de la
reciprocidad.
Dr. John Yzaguirre
El Dr. John Yzaguirre es un psicólogo y autor que
se especializa en la integración de la psicología y
la espiritualidad católica en la vida familiar. Actualmente dirige el Instituto Prosocial de California
junto con su esposa, Claire Frazier-Yzaguirre, MFT,
MDiv, con la que ha escrito el libro “Casados y Felices.” Ha
dado conferencias en Europa, Australia, Canadá, México y los
Estados Unidos. Además de su práctica privada en Irvine, California, ofrece sus programas de formación y vida familiar en muchas iglesias de Estados Unidos.
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5-51 VER AL MUNDO: LAS MUJERES CONSTRUYENDO LA PAZ
La intervención de las mujeres en los procesos que apoyan la construcción de la paz es, y ha sido significativa
alrededor del mundo. A menudo, sus prácticas no han
recibido suficiente visibilidad ni reconocimiento. Este
taller da centralidad a la contribución de las mujeres a
la construcción de la paz y sus implicaciones para una
espiritualidad cristiana de solidaridad.
Dra. María Pilar Aquino
5-52 TEMAS Y RITOS DE PASO, O SEA, DE PASCUA
EN LA FORMACIÓN RELIGIOSA
Rev. Benjamín Bravo Perez (biografía 3-53)
No pocos de los asistentes a la formación en la fe o catequesis se encuentran en la etapa previa a la adolescencia.
En dicho período el preadolescente descubre realidades
que hasta entonces le eran desconocidas o que no lo
cuestionaban; por ejemplo: la evolución o pasos de la
especie humana, el desarrollo del cuerpo y del sexo, el
paso doloroso de la vida a la muerte y a su vez, el paso
de la adolescencia a la adultez. De ahí la conveniencia
de abordar estos temas y celebrarlos en ritos familiares
dentro de los programas de la educación de la fe.
Canónigo Dr. Eduardo Chávez Sánchez (biografía 3-55)
Santa María de Guadalupe es la Mujer del Apocalipsis:
“Una mujer vestida de sol, con la luna bajo sus pies y está
a punto de dar a luz.” La Luz es el Amor omnipotente de
Dios, un amor lleno de misericordia, un amor que nos
hace familia en la única “casita sagrada,” un amor que
nos hace ser una civilización y cultura de la vida. Un
amor que nos motiva a dar lo mejor de nosotros mismos,
un amor que nos hace Iglesia, un amor que nos santifica
y nos salva, un amor que nos hace ser servidores de los
hermanos, de una manera especial de los más necesitados. Un amor que nos hace plenamente felices.
5-54 PUNTOS CENTRALES DE LA EDUCACIÓN SEXUAL EN LA CATEQUESIS
Este taller pondrá énfasis en los aspectos religiosos y espirituales de la sexualidad humana. Querer ir más allá
del aspecto de enseñanza técnica, fisiológica, hormonal
y anatómica de sexualidad y tratará las tres dimensiones
de la sexualidad humana – sexo, eros, ágape – en sus aspectos particulares y su mutua complementación, como
lo demuestra la encíclica del papa Benedicto XVI sobre
el “amor cristiano”: eros y ágape son el alma de la sexualidad en su forma masculina y femenina.
Rudolf A. Finke
Nacido en Alemania, con 29 años al chaco argentino trabajando en pastoral rural y luego en Paraguay con estudiantes y catequistas en zonas rurales.
Desde 1984 en Wilmington, California, Finke es director de desarrollo integral comunitario, trabajando en pastoral y como consejero entre la comunidad latina. Tiene
18 años en la formación de catequistas y maestros catequistas
dando talleres y cursos en 14 diócesis en los Estados Unidos. Por
40 años ha tenido sesiones semanales de reflexión bíblica y participa en programas de TV y radio (El Sembrador) por 10 años, y
radio 1020 AM por 15 años.
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Dra. María Pilar Aquino es Profesora de Teología
y Estudios Religiosos en la Universidad de San
Diego en California. Tiene más de 30 años de trabajo como profesora universitaria y conferencista
en prominentes foros nacionales e internacionales.
Actualmente la Dra. Aquino presta servicios profesionales en el
comité de nominaciones de la Sociedad Teológica Católica de
América, en el comité editorial de varias revistas teológicas internacionales, y en el comité internacional de asesoría al Foro
Mundial de Teología y Liberación, Consejo Permanente del Foro
Social Mundial.
5-53 SANTA MARÍA DE GUADALUPE, LA MUJER
VESTIDA DEL AMOR
SALA B
SESIÓN 5
5-55 LOS SACRAMENTOS: RENOVACIÓN DE NUESTRA VIDA ESPIRITUAL
¿Sientes que tu vida espiritual está estancada? ¿Tu relación con Dios se ha convertido en algo monótono y
repetitivo? Se ha enfriado ese fuego que te motivaba a
orar y querer saber y experimentar al Señor en tu vida.
En esta sesión, por medio de oración, cantos y alabanzas, experimentaremos los sacramentos como una respuesta que se nos propone para “revivir” y “renovar” en
nuestras vidas la Alianza de Amor que Dios ha hecho
con nosotros.
Rafael Moreno
Rafael Moreno es un cantante y compositor de música católica de origen mexicano. A los 14 años, se
integró a la Renovación Carismática donde experimentó un fuerte deseo de componer música cristiana. Arquitecto de profesión y músico por vocación,
se dedica profesionalmente a la producción musical, así como a
evangelizar a través de la música católica, con más de 34 años de
experiencia. Actualmente el proporciona dirección, producción y
formación musical para el apostolado “San Juan Pablo II” en
Montebello, California.
5-56 EL ROL PROFÉTICO DE LOS JÓVENES COMO
FACTOR DE CAMBIO
Un taller pensado especialmente para jóvenes con ganas
de comprometer sus vidas y hacer algo por este mundo,
con una motivación evangélica. Porque Jesús dijo: “Con
los hombres esto es imposible, pero con Dios todo es posible” (Mateo 19:26). Con la convicción de que podemos
cambiar este mundo pero tenemos que aprender a convertir las dificultades en oportunidades. En el taller, se
darán algunas pistas para ello, así como para descubrir
cuál es el papel irrenunciable del joven católico en este
mundo actual y encontrar juntos caminos que abran nuevas esperanzas y posibilidades de cambios.
1:00 - 2:30 PM • SÁBADO, 14 DE MARZO
personales y regañones. Este taller es ideal para aquellas
personas que organizan retiros en los programas parroquiales de la educación religiosa y las escuelas católicas,
y también para aquellas personas que desean fomentar
una práctica espiritual en el seno familiar.
Giovanni O. Perez
Giovanni Perez es el Consultor de la Catequesis
Primaria para la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles. Ha
servido como Director de Educación Religiosa por
más de 20 años en dos parroquias distintas de la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles. Su experiencia ministerial incluye trabajos con la niñez, jóvenes, encarcelados, evangelización y catequesis. Perez ha dado presentaciones en congresos
regionales de la Arquidiócesis de L.A., talleres, retiros y conferencias a nivel parroquial e interparroquial.
Luz Elena Frias
Luz Elena Frias se graduó de Cal State Long Beach
con su maestría en educación y credencial bilingüe.
Ella es una profesora elemental de tercer grado para
el Distrito de Escuela de ABC en Cerritos, California. Frias ha enseñado la educación religiosa durante 15 años y está actualmente en Early Childhood Board de la
Archidiócesis de Los Ángeles. Ella ha impartido talleres múltiples
en la Archidiócesis e incluso en el Congreso de Anaheim.
Douglas Ernesto Zuniga
Nacido en Nicaragua, Douglas Zuniga es Maestro
Catequista de la Arquidiócesis de Los Angeles y
colabora con la División de Educación Primaria.
Fue Coordinador de Educación Religiosa de la parroquia Nuestra Señora del Santo Rosario en Sun
Valley, California. Su experiencia incluye la formación de catequistas a nivel básico y avanzado por medio de los cursos de formación en la fe, tanto inglés como en español. Zuniga trabaja
como diseñador de publicaciones para una compañía de equipo
médico local.
Hna. Xiskya Lucia Valladares Paguaga
La Hermana Xiskya Valladares, es nicaragüense y
pertenece a la Congregación de la Pureza de María,
vive en Mallorca, España. Actualmente trabaja en
El Centro de Enseñanza Superior Alberta Giménez (CESAG) como profesora de enseñanza media
y universitaria, así como cofundadora del proyecto iMisión. La
Hermana Valladares es muy conocida en las redes sociales y la
prensa como “La Monja Tuitera.” Escribió el libro, “#Arezaryadormir 99 Tuits para la Esperanza y el Futuro.” Ha participado
en muchas entrevistas en radio, TV y prensa escrita y digital en
España y Latinoamérica, en Univisión, TVE y otras más.
5-57 ¡RETIROS QUE INSPIRAN! UNA ESTRATEGIA
PASTORAL DE PREPARACIÓN PARA LOS SACRAMENTOS DE LA RECONCILIACIÓN Y DE LA
EUCARISTÍA
¿Te gustaría presentar experiencias espirituales enriquecedoras para las familias de los niños que, por primera vez, celebraran los sacramentos de la Reconciliación
y Eucaristía? Entonces, ¡éste es tu taller! Ven a explorar
ideas prácticas fundamentadas en teología y catequesis
sólidas como cimientos pastorales en vez de retiros im-
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Uno de los lugares más populares de Congreso es el pabellón A/
sala de exposiciones A. El Congreso del 2015 contara con 489
stands en los cuales estarán representadas más de 200 compañías – donde uno podrá encontrar desde artículos religiosos a
música, casas editoriales a instituciones educativas, así como los
diferentes ministerios de la Arquidiócesis.
Congreso de Educación Religiosa • 13-15 de marzo, 2015
SESIÓN 6
SÁBADO, 14 DE MARZO • 3:00 - 4:30 PM
6-51 CÓMO TRANSMITIR A LOS NIÑOS EL GUSTO
POR LA PALABRA DE DIOS
La Biblia y el lenguaje infantil. Los niños y la Palabra
de Dios. Un trato respetuoso y solemne. Líneas interpretativas de la Palabra de Dios con los niños: los hechos,
los personajes y las normas de vida. Episodios de la
Biblia más adecuados para trabajar con niños. Recursos,
dinámicas y metodología para acercar a los niños la Palabra de Dios. Cómo elegir una Biblia para niños. La
celebración de la entrega de la Palabra a los niños.
Luis M. Benavides
Catequista y maestro, Luis Benavides es Director
del Colegio Sagrada Familia de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Es un miembro del Instituto Superior de
Catequesis de Argentina y de la Asociación Española de Catequistas. Trabajó en la Junta Catequística de Buenos Aires, bajo la guía del Cardenal Bergoglio (actual
Papa Francisco). Escritor y formador de formadores, ha dictado
cursos en distintas instituciones de Hispanoamérica y Estados
Unidos. Sus libros han sido publicados en Argentina, México, España, Brasil, Bélgica y los Estados Unidos.
6-52 VER EL MISTERIO: BIBLIA, LITURGIA Y MISTAGOGIA
Rev. Juan Luis Calderón (biografía 1-52)
El Misterio de la fe se vive de modo excelente en la Biblia y en la liturgia. Pero tantas veces, esos lenguajes no
parecen cercanos a los modos de hablar corrientes. Eso
hace que se produzca una preocupante fractura entre
vida y culto. Se ve como indispensable una catequesis
que permita a los creyentes introducirse en la liturgia
para entenderla, disfrutarla y vivirla, pero además, para
trascenderla y convertirla en experiencia del Dios vivo y
proyectarla en la vida diaria. Hablaremos de la liturgia
encarnada en la existencia y no solamente como una expresión espiritualizada de nuestra fe.
Julia Cano Valero (biografía 3-54)
La violencia en la pareja es un síntoma social, la salud
mental es un enfoque para entenderla y atenderla. Cómo
es la relación que se establece entre víctima y agresor,
qué es la codependencia, que características y problemas
tiene el hombre que maltrata a su mujer, qué le ocurre
a la mujer víctima y como es la familia donde el maltrato es habitual, serán asuntos a tratar en esta sesión.
Igualmente veremos qué les pasa a los hijos en este contexto. Los problemas emocionales, la dificultad para expresar necesidades y deseos, para entender al otro y la
inmadurez en el amor (el amor inmaduro es egoísta) son
elementos que sostienen relaciones dañinas que, con demasiada frecuencia, terminan en agresiones, asesinatos y
suicidios. Veremos cómo se podría prevenir el problema,
qué es lo que se está haciendo para ello y si se podrían
hacer las cosas mejor. Las medidas que se toman, gran
parte de ellas de tipo penal, no parecen estar mejorando
el problema. Muchas mujeres siguen estableciendo rela-
ciones de riesgo, muchos hombres siguen utilizando a su
mujer para descargar sus frustraciones. Es un drama tan
frecuente, desgraciadamente, que merece una serena y
profunda reflexión.
6-54 LA EUCARISTÍA: MISTERIO DE AMOR INFINITO
La Eucaristía es el centro de la vida de la Iglesia y debe
ser también el centro de nuestra vida cristiana. Lo único
que hay en este sacramento es amor, un amor divino, infinito a cada hijo e hija de Dios. Jesucristo es sólo amor,
todo amor y siempre amor para ti y para mí, para todos.
Fr. Mariano de Blas Saéz, LC
El P. Mariano de Blas es un sacerdote Legionario
de Cristo, nacido en Ávila, España. Ha desarrollado
una intensa actividad de formación de jóvenes y matrimonios como Director del CEYCA y del Instituto
Cumbres, en la ciudad de México. En Monterrey
y Guadalajara, México ha conducido grupos juveniles y fungió
como consejero matrimonial. Actualmente radica en Los Ángeles,
colaborando en la estación Guadalupe Radio y en televisión, con
el programa, “La Alegría de Vivir.” Es un experto en los medios
de comunicación social; ha escrito 11 libros en español. Se destaca por su capacidad de motivación.
6-55 ¿POR QUÉ TENGO MIEDO?
SALA B
En esta sesión, cubriremos el origen del miedo y sus diversas manifestaciones; los diferentes tipos de miedos
y sus enfermedades; y qué dice la Biblia y la psicología
sobre el miedo y sobre cómo afrontarlo.
Hna. Glenda Valeska Hernández Aguayo
Hna. Glenda Hernández, conferencista en Europa
y Latinoamérica, mejor conocida como “Hermana
Glenda,” cantautora de música cristiana contemporánea en conciertos y conferencias multitudinarios en Latinoamérica. Lleva 21 años como consagrada al Señor. Chilena con nacionalidad española, actualmente
reside en Barcelona, España. Su ciudad natal, Parral, en Chile,
la declaró “Servidora Ilustre” en el año 2003. Sus publicaciones
recientes incluyen “El Señor es mi Pastor: Orar con los Salmos.”
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6-53 ASPECTOS PSIQUIÁTRICOS DE LA VIOLENCIA
SOBRE LA MUJER
Las Liturgias Eucarísticas siempre has sido una parte importante
de la experiencia del Congreso. Este año ofreceremos durante el
fin de semana 17 Liturgias diferentes así como servicios de oración.
SESIÓN 6
6-56 LA UNIDAD DE LOS SACRAMENTOS DE INICIACIÓN
En este conferencia, los participantes entenderán la íntima relación teológica, catequética, litúrgica y pastoral entre el Bautismo, la Confirmación y la Eucaristía.
Hablaremos de cómo la iniciación cristiana es un proceso que abarca diferentes etapas de la vida. Ofreceremos
pistas para involucrar a toda la comunidad cristiana en
los procesos pastorales que nos llevan a todos a una continua conversión y a ofrecer esa experiencia a los que
buscan conocer más de Jesucristo en la Iglesia Católica.
Dr. José Antonio Medina
El Dr. José Medina ha sido profesor, catequista, presentador en España, México y los Estados Unidos.
Ha enseñado en la mayor parte de los institutos de
formación para el ministerio de las diócesis de California y Nevada. Actualmente es el Director de la
formación de los sacerdotes de la Diócesis de San Bernardino y
Consultor teológico para RECOSS en la Conferencia de Obispos
de California. Es autor de los títulos “Diálogos Semanales con
Jesús” (en seis volúmenes), “Temas Calientes para Jóvenes Cristianos” y “Con los Corazones Llenos de Gozo.”
6-57 VEN Y VER LA REALIDAD FE LA FRONTERA
La visión de “Kino Border Initiative” es ayudar a manejar la migración entre Estados Unidos y México de una
manera justa, humana y viable. Su misión es promover
la frontera Estados Unidos/México y las políticas migratorias que afirman la dignidad de los seres humanos así
como un espíritu de solidaridad binacional a través de
asistencia humanitaria y acompañamiento directo al el/la
migrante, educación social y pastoral con comunidades
de ambos lados de la frontera, participación en redes de
colaboración dedicadas a la investigación y promoción
para transformar las políticas de inmigración locales, regionales y nacionales.
Rev. Peter G. Neeley, SJ
Rev. Peter Neeley, sacerdote jesuita por más de 30
años, ha trabajado con los más pobres y desprotegidos en parroquias, escuelas y centros de detención en California, México y Centro América. Actualmente, desde seis años, es Director Asociado de
Programas Educativos de la organización “Iniciativa Kino Para
la Frontera” y codirector de programas en educación. Rev. Neeley trabaja con migrantes deportados de Estados Unidos a Nogales, Mexico y con migrantes en movimiento hacia los Estados
Unidos. Es Co-director de los “Kino Teens,” un programa para
involucrar a jóvenes en la cuestión de inmigración en un nivel
nacional, en México y los Estados Unidos.
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6-58 LA TIERRA EXPLOTA
¿Nos hacemos a un lado? Pero, ¿dónde? A un enchufe
en la cocina no se le puede conectar muchos aparatos
eléctricos: revienta. La tierra ¡revienta, explota! Puede
aguantar 6.000 millones de personas y somos ya más de
7.000; estamos alcanzando el límite de la temperatura
que puede soportar la vida humana en el planeta; las armas se venden en el mercado del pueblo; la guerra para
la energía no tiene control y los extremismos de todo
tipo acaban con el equilibrio. ¿Qué hacer? No podemos
escaparnos. O nos salvamos todos o nos asfixiamos todos. Hay que asumir nuestra responsabilidad ahora. Por
el futuro de nuestros hijos. Una respuesta desde nuestra
fe cristiana.
P. Luigi Zanotto
Padre Luigi Zanotto, misionero comboniano, es
Pastor de Iglesia de Saint Lucy’s en Newark, New
Jersey, con profunda experiencia latinoamericana.
Ha sido encargado nacional de catequesis y secretario ejecutivo de Biblia con los Obispos de México.
Colabora con la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles y con las diócesis
del Nordeste de Estados Unidos y universidades en la formación
de líderes de pastoral. Previamente P. Zanotto sirvió como representante en las Naciones Unidas de los Misioneros Combonianos
y del ONG Africa Faith and Justice Network. Su última publicación es “Vayan y creen comunidad.”
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7-51 CÓMO PREPARAR UN ENCUENTRO DE CATEQUESIS O PASTORAL DE MANERA ATRACTIVA
PARA LOS NIÑOS Y JÓVENES DE HOY
Luis M. Benavides (biografía 6-51)
Cómo hacer que nuestros encuentros catequísticos y
pastorales sean atractivos, interesantes y dinámicos.
Preparación de un encuentro catequístico o pastoral con
niños y jóvenes. Pasos del encuentro: motivación, presentación del mensaje evangélico, oración, actividades
de expresión de la fe, actividades para compartir en familia. El manejo del tiempo. Metodología, dinámicas y
recursos a aplicar durante el encuentro.
7-54 AMOR Y ALEGRÍA: EI FRUTO DEL ESPÍRITU
SALA B
Rev. José-Román Flecha (biografía 1-54)
EI amor y la alegría son valores estimados por todas las
personas. Es necesario educarnos para alcanzar esos ideales. El Papa Francisco nos recuerda que son fruto del
Espíritu, como ya escribía San Pablo. Solo con amor y
alegría es posible la evangelización. Ese camino nos propone esta sesión.
7-55 JÓVENES Y EL FUTURO DE INMIGRACIÓN
Rev. Peter Neeley, SJ (biografía 6-57)
7-52 AL CENTRO DE LA ÉTICA CRISTIANA: PAPA
FRANCISCO Y LA TERNURA DE DIOS
En su Exhortación Apostólica, “La Alegría del Evangelio,” el Papa Francisco toma una perspectiva fresca
hacia el corazón de la ética cristiana en el contexto del
compromiso de la Iglesia hacia la nueva evangelización.
Este taller examinará muy de cerca los puntos centrales
del documento, tratando de entender su significado en
nuestro contexto contemporáneo. De una forma particular, ¿cómo nuestro entendimiento de la ética cristiana se
relaciona con nuestra imagen de Dios? ¿Cómo puede
la Iglesia expresarse más fielmente a tal imagen en su
compromiso con la evangelización, el reconocimiento
de la centralidad en el pobre, la preocupación por el bien
común? “El Hijo de Dios, al hacerse carne, nos llama a
la revolución de la ternura” (n. 88). ¿Cómo articulamos
tal declaración significativa en la práctica pastoral de
nuestras comunidades?
Roberto Dell’Oro, PhD
7-53 “¿QUIÉN ES HUMANO?” LA PREGUNTA CLAVE
EN EL CRISTIANISMO
Lo clave en el cristianismo sea la pregunta, “¿Quién es
humano?” y que respondamos a ella. No es suficiente
saber definir o explicar lo que significa ser humano, sino
reconocer quien lo es. Sobre esta pregunta descansa la
posibilidad de afirmar tanto nuestra responsabilidad por
todo prójimo como la Encarnación del Hijo de Dios.
Dr. Orlando Espín
Dr. Orlando Espín es Profesor de Teología Sistemática en la Universidad de San Diego, California. Fue
expresidente de la Academia de Teólogos Hispanos
Católicos en los Estados Unidos. Considerado uno
de los principales teólogos latinos de los Estados
Unidos, Dr. Espín es un autor y editor de nueve libros y de más de
400 artículos teológicos en revistas de todo el mundo.
7-56 EL USO DE INTERNET COMO MEDIO DE EVANGELIZACIÓN
Hna. Xiskya Lucia Valladares Paguaga (biografía 5-56)
Un taller pensado sobre todo para jóvenes adultos, pero
también para cualquier persona adulta interesada en el
tema de la evangelización a través de Internet. La finalidad es plantear posibles usos de la red como medio de
evangelización, centrándose especialmente en las redes
sociales. La ponente ofrecerá pistas sobre un uso de Internet que ayude a plantear preguntas sobre la vida, a
intercambiar experiencias de fe, a prevenir la adicción
a la red, a comprender la red como un “continente digital” que está por evangelizar y a descubrir la necesidad
de testimonios católicos que sirvan de atracción a otros
jóvenes y adultos que están más alejados de Dios o de
la Iglesia.
7-57 NAVEGUEN MAR ADENTRO (MC 6,45)
P. Luigi Zanotto (biografía 6-58)
Los 2015 años de historia de nuestra Iglesia es un tema
importante para nuestros líderes pastorales. En esta conferencia, presentamos la historia de la Iglesia a partir
del presente histórico: ¿Cuál es el rol del cristianismo
en este momento único de la historia de la humanidad,
donde todas las religiones se encuentran en cada esquina
y la sociedad está marcada por el pluralismo?
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Dr. Roberto Dell’Oro es el Director del Instituto de
Bioética y profesor titular en el Departamento de Estudios Teológicos de la Universidad Loyola Marymount
en Los Ángeles. Es profesor en las áreas de la bioética, la teología moral fundamental y teorías éticas.
Dr. Dell’Oro ha escrito tres libros, traducidos dos del alemán y está
publicado en revistas nacionales e internacionales, tales como “Estudios Teológicos”; “Progreso de la Salud y Medicina” y “Salud y
Filosofía.” Actualmente está trabajando en un cuarto libro.
A cargo de la organización “Kino Border Initiative”
(KBI), los “Kino Teens” es un grupo de jóvenes estudiantes de preparatoria. Proporciona a los estudiantes de
preparatoria, la oportunidad de servir directamente a los
migrantes deportados, participar en actividades educativas que se ofrecen a los grupos y organizaciones interesadas y hacer visitas de promoción a oficinas legislativas locales en el estado donde viven. Los jóvenes en
escuelas católicas o parroquias pueden formar un grupo
de estudiantes interesadosen el tema y KBI los apoya
con asesoría profesional.
SESIÓN 8
8-51 ACTITUDES POSITIVAS EN LA VIDA
Fr. Mariano de BIas Saéz, LC (biografía 6-54)
Se presentan siete actitudes básicas para llevar una vida
feliz y productiva: la actitud positiva; el entusiasmo; la
fe que mueve montañas; la capacidad de decisión; la
mentalidad de resultados; la perseverancia; y el amor
como motor de la vida.
8-52 LA TENTACIÓN
Hna. Glenda Valeska Hernández Aguayo (biografía 6-55)
¿Qué es? ¿Cómo reconocerla? ¿Por qué se produce? En
esta sesión, vamos a ver a los diferentes tipos y clases de
tentaciones según la Biblia. ¿Cómo afrontar la tentación?
“No nos dejes caer en tentación, itinerario espiritual.”
8-53 CONVIVENCIA EN LA PARROQUIA MULTICULTURAL
La encuesta nacional de parroquias con la pastoral
hispana dice que el 43 por ciento de los fieles en estas parroquias son anglos, y el 14 por ciento de estas
parroquias tienen misa en otro idioma – ni español ni
inglés. ¿Cómo podemos “convivir” todos en parroquias
con diversidad cultural? Por un lado, necesitamos crear
un “ambiente de seguridad” en que cada cultura tenga
la oportunidad de celebrar y crecer como comunidad
de discípulos en su propio idioma. Al mismo tiempo,
necesitamos la oportunidad de celebrar los vínculos de
comunión que existen entre grupos de distintas culturas.
En esta sesión, examinamos varias “herramientas” (y
virtudes) que nos ayudan a negociar una convivencia en
la parroquia multicultural.
Brett C. Hoover, PhD
Dr. Brett Hoover es Profesor auxiliar de teología pastoral en el Departamento de Estudios Teológicos en
la Universidad Loyola Marymount en Los Ángeles,
y en el programa de los obispos estadounidenses,
“Construir la competencia intercultural para el ministerio” o BICM. Es autor de un libro y de varios artículos para
revistas. Tiene experiencia enseñando en las parroquias y universidades.
8-54 LOS MOVIMIENTOS APOSTÓLICOS EN LA
IGLESIA
SALA B
Dr. José Antonio Medina (biografía 6-56)
La Renovación Carismática, el Movimiento Familiar
Cristiano, Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial, el Opus Dei
– entre otras muchas organizaciones católicas nacieron
como oportunidades para buscar la santidad en la vida
ordinaria. De hecho han dado muchos frutos de santidad
y se han convertido en una fuerza misionera extraordinaria. En este taller, exploraremos el origen moderno de
los movimientos apostólicos, la teología que los sostiene
y la importancia de su desarrollo en nuestras parroquias
y en nuestras diócesis. Son una expresión de la diversidad de carismas que enriquecen a la Iglesia y de la acción poderosa del Espíritu Santo que no deja de suscitar
nuevas formas de evangelización y de vida cristiana.
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1:00 - 2:30 PM • DOMINGO, 15 DE MARZO
8-55 LA SABIDURÍA DE NUESTRAS ABUELAS: CELEBRANDO LOS RITUALES EN NUESTRAS FAMILIAS
Verónica Rayas, PhD (biografía 4-55)
Tradicionalmente nuestros abuelos has sido portavoces y
cargadores de ricas tradiciones religiosas-culturales que
nos abren la puerta a lo sagrado en nuestras vidas. En
este taller, exploraremos estas tradiciones para ver cómo
podemos transmitir estas tradiciones sagradas y las lecciones catequéticas familiares. También consideraremos
cómo las familias pueden desarrollar sus propios rituales
y comenzar nuevas tradiciones de fe en la familia.
8-56 LA MISIÓN INSTRUMENTO ESENCIAL DEL
LÍDER PARROQUIAL
Lic. Juan Pablo Saju (biografía 4-57)
Con 13 años de misión en China, Juan Pablo Saju conoció a fructíferos líderes y misioneros de la iglesia en estas tierras. Esa experiencia unida al ejemplo que nos da
el Papa Francisco en su misión y liderazgo es aplicable
en las parroquias y demás comunidades apostólicas cristianas. En esta presentación, analizaremos qué elementos han convertido a estos hombres de fe en grandes líderes y misioneros y a partir de ahí analizaremos qué
virtudes o instrumentos prácticos poseemos para lograr
un liderazgo eficaz en nuestras comunidades cristianas.
8-57 VER LA MIGRACIÓN SEGÚN EL PLAN DE DIOS
Clodomiro Siller (biografía 2-57)
La migración de la humanidad comienza con Adán y
Eva cuando salen del paraíso. Continuando con la narración de Noé y consecuentemente con otras narrativas
en toda la biblia encontramos el movimiento de la migración. Notamos también que la Sagrada Familia debe
emigrar a Egipto para que Jesús no sea asesinado. Jesús
realiza su misión migrando por Galilea y Judea. Jesús,
para que continúe su obra envía a los apóstoles a todo
el mundo. Nuestra Iglesia se ha extendido por toda la
tierra. Al final, según nuestro comportamiento, migraremos al Reino de los Cielos.
8-58 VER Y PROCLAMAR
El Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos (RICA) puede ser momento transformativo para la parroquia. Veremos cómo el rito invita al discípulo a responder a las
exigencias de nuestra vida en Cristo y a proclamar la
Buena Nueva a los confines de la parroquia.
Rev. Richard Vega
El Padre Richard Vega es párroco de Santa Francis de Roma en Azusa, California. Previamente sirvió como Presidente de la Federación Nacional de
Consejos Presbiterales (2006-12). Es miembro del
SOMELIT (Sociedad Mexicana de Liturgistas) y era
Tesorero de North American Forum on the Catechumenate; también ha sido conferencista para las oficinas de Educación Religiosa y de Culto Divino en Los Ángeles y Chicago. El Padre Vega
recientemente ha sido nombrado como Presidente de la Comisión
Litúrgica de la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles.
Congreso de Educación Religiosa • 13-15 de marzo, 2015
INFORMACIÓN
MUY IMPORTANTE:
Conserve y mantenga su boleto de admisión a mano en todo momento. Lo necesitará para entrar a todas las sesiones y la revisión
será estricta. El Congreso de Educación Religiosa es SÓLO para
ADULTOS y JOVENES ADULTOS ya que todas las conferencias son de carácter maduro. Si no puede dejar su niño/a en casa,
tendrá que pagar por el niño/a y además responsabilizarse por su
cuidado para que no perturbe a los demás asistentes.
SUGERENCIA
Traiga esta guía al Congreso puesto que mucho del material
contenido aquí no estará en el Programa del Congreso.
ESTACIONAMIENTO
El estacionamiento del Centro de Convenciones de Anaheim
es de $15 cada vez que usted ingresa. NO HAY PASES DE
ESTACIONAMIENTO disponibles y NO ESTÁ PERMITIDO
DEJAR SU VEHÍCULO DURANTE LA NOCHE. Tampoco está
permitido acampar ni hacer picnic. NOTA: Estacione su vehículo
sólo en las áreas indicadas. Si lo deja en un área restringida,
inevitablemente será remolcado y usted cubrirá los gastos.
EL CENTRO DE MENSAJES
Si sus familiares o amistades necesitan localizarlo en algún momento durante el Congreso, pueden hacerlo de 9:00 a.m. a 6:00
p.m. llamando al (714) 765-8883 o (714) 765-8884 y dejar su
recado. También puede dejar mensajes en la Central de Recados
para participantes del Congreso con quienes desee comunicarse.
RECONCILIACIÓN
Tendrá la oportunidad de recibir el sacramento de reconciliación
en español el viernes y/o el sábado en el “Sacred Space” o capilla
en la sala 304 (tercer piso), de 11:30 am a 1:00 pm y de 2:30
pm a 3:30 pm.
GRABACIÓN DE LOS CONFERENCIAS
El Congreso grabará la mayoría de los conferencias y la grabación
oficial corre por cuenta de “CSC Digital Media.” Se prohíbe cualquier otra grabación personal. Para más información consulte
la red: www.RECongress.org o el libreto-guía.
CAMBIO DE BOLETOS
Los boletos para las sesiones que todavía tengan cupo libre se
pueden conseguir en la mesa de inscripciones. Allí podrá intercambiar sus boletos durante el Congreso, con la excepción del
viernes por la mañana. NOTA: No nos hacemos responsables
por boletos perdidos.
Llame al: (213) 637-7348 o (213) 637-7346
En la red: www.RECongress.org
Escriba a: ORE / CONGRESS
3424 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90010
PERSONAS CON DISCAPACIDADES
El Comité del Congreso de Educación Religiosa desea que disfrute de su experiencia en el congreso y le ofrece las siguientes
opciones:
• Si necesita que un asistente le acompañe a sus conferencias y
otros eventos del congreso, adjunte su tarjeta de registración
con la suya, y envíela en el mismo sobre con una nota explicando que ambos necesitan ser registrados en las mismas
conferencias. Es esencial que se registre antes del 4 de enero
de 2015.
• Las distancias entre el centro de convenciones y hoteles
vecinos son bastante grandes. Si así lo desea, usted puede
pedir ser registrado solo para conferencias dentro del centro
de convenciones, es muy importante que incluya una nota con
su tarjeta de registro al tiempo de enviarla.
• NOTA: El Centro de Convenciones no proporciona sillas
de ruedas. Si desea rentar una, póngase en contacto con la
Farmacia Alpha Drugs en cualquiera de sus dos localidades en
Anaheim: 1240 S. Magnolia, (714) 220-0373; o 515 S. Beach
Blvd., (714) 821-8959.
Si tiene preguntas o inquietudes sobre su capacidad para asistir o
disfrutar del congreso debido al acceso de discapacidad o problemas de movilidad, no dude en ponerse en contacto con Rob
Williams en [email protected] Durante el Congreso
puede acudir al Equipo de Movilidad que está situado justo fuera
de las Oficinas Centrales del Congreso “Headquarters” (AR-1),
en el pasillo entre la sala de exhibiciones y la entrada de la Arena.
FONDO DE APOYO
La Oficina de Educación Religiosa ha establecido un fondo de
apoyo (Endowment Fund), que se alimenta de donaciones el
cual permite la formación continua de los líderes catequéticos
ofreciéndoles becas escolares para estudios avanzados. Deseamos
que cada director/a de educación religiosa y cada director/a de
pastoral juveniles, tengan la oportunidad de obtener el grado
universitario de maestría en Estudios Religiosos. Si usted desea
contribuir a este fondo y ser mencionado en la guía del programa
del congreso como benefactor, favor de enviar su donativo a la
dirección que se proporciona a continuación. Tendremos una
colecta especial para este fondo durante las liturgias del sábado.
Favor hacer su donativo a nombre de: “Religious Education
Endowment Fund.” Envíelo a: Hna. Edith Prendergast, Office of
Religious Education, PO Box 76955, Los Angeles, CA 900760955. Pueden hacer donativos vía nuestra página cuando se inscriban al www.RECongress.org, utilizando su Visa, MasterCard
o American Express. Todas las contribuciones son deducibles
de impuestos. Tendremos una colecta especial para este fondo
durante las liturgias del sábado.
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Español
CAPILLA
Durante el Congreso la capilla estará localizada en el “Sacred
Space” (sala 304) para oración y adoración ante el Santísimo y
estará abierta de viernes a domingo, de 10 am a 3 pm.
REGLAMENTACION DEL CENTRO DE CONVENCONES
Por favor respete todas las reglas para participantes del Congreso:
1. Está prohibido acampar o realizar picnic en el estacionamiento del Centro de Convenciones.
2. Ninguna organización privada, expositor o particular
puede distribuir o vender alimentos o bebidas.
Esta es una clara infracción del contrato con el Centro de Convenciones, quien da derechos exclusivamente a Aramak Food
Service, Inc. y también contraviene la regulación del Orange
County Board of Health.
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Exhibitors
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TRANSPORTATION
MARCH 12 (YOUTH DAY) & 13-15, 2015
ANAHEIM RESORT SHUTTLE
The Anaheim Resort Transit (ART)
replaces individual hotel shuttle
service to locations throughout the
Anaheim Resort District. ART’s fleet
of vehicles runs along nine routes that
connect hotels, Disneyland, Disney
California Adventure, Downtown Disney and the Anaheim Convention Center with shopping, dining and evening entertainment.
ART schedules and system maps, adult and child passes, display
materials and signage will be available at all participating hotels
in the Anaheim Resort District.
Service Schedule: Daily service begins 60 minutes before area
theme parks open and concludes 30 minutes after closing. Disneyland’s East Esplanade offers ART guests priority pick-up and
drop-off locations. During peak periods or special events, 10-minute frequency services early morning and evening high-demand
periods. Non-peak periods are serviced with 20-minute frequency.
Fares & Passes: ART adult all-day passes can be purchased by
cash, ATM and credit card at $5 per day (children 3-9 are $2 per
day) for unlimited use; three-day adult passes are priced at $12
(children 3-9 are $3) per day, and five-day adult passes are $20
(children 3-9 are $5). Children 2 and under are free.
Passes are available from:
• The Front Desk of all participating ART properties.
• ART kiosks located at 13 locations throughout the Resort.
• On-board, guests may purchase one-way, one-time, cash-
only fares of $5 for adults; children 3-9 are $2; under 2 are free.
For further information, check online at www.rideart.org or
contact the 24-hour, toll-free Call Center at 1-888-364-2787,
available in English and Spanish.
SURROUNDING AIRPORTS
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AIRPORT SHUTTLE
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
The Religious Education Congress has made special arrangements for airport transportation with Prime Time
Shuttle. They offer 24-hour/7-day service between Los Angeles International (LAX), John Wayne (SNA) and Long
Beach (LGB) airports. All departures must be booked at
least 24 hours in advance.
Prime Time’s shared ride shuttle fare is reduced by $3
with the discount coupons below. The one-way rate for
LAX is $15 per person (discounted rate is $12 per person);
the John Wayne one-way rate is $10 per person (discounted
rate is $7 per person); the Long Beach one-way rate is $38
for the first person and $10 for each additional person on
the same confirmation number (discounted rate is $35 for
the first person and $10 for each additional person).
Be sure to either use the coupons on this page or mention
that you are attending the Religious Education Congress
when you book the shuttle. Additional details can be found
on the coupons below. For more information or to make a
reservation, call 1-800-RED-VANS or contact them online
at www.primetimeshuttle.com.
Travel/Hotels
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NOTES
RALPHS COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION PROGRAM
Ralphs Grocery Company, a supermarket chain in the Southern
California area, supports schools,
churches and other non-profit organizations with annual contributions.
The Los Angeles Religious Education Congress is a member of
Ralphs Community Contributions Program. Simply by using an
enrolled Ralphs rewards Card, a portion of eligible purchases are
contributed to the RECongress. (Note: This is an annual program
that must be renewed each year. The current term is September 1,
2014 through August 31, 2015 .)
We encourage all Ralphs and Food 4 Less shoppers to sign up for the
free Ralphs rewards Card and register their card with the Community
Contributions Program. It’s easy! Every time you shop for groceries
and swipe your card at Ralphs, RECongress will automatically earn
up to 5 percent of all eligible purchases per enrolled card. Sign up
now! It’s never been easier to contribute to the RECongress.
• Go to www.ralphs.com (or food4less.com)
• Click on Ralphs rewards
• New online customers: Click on Create an Account and
enter your information.
• Returning online customers: Enter your email address
and password
• Click on My Account and log in
• Click on the Community Contribution (under Community),
• Click on Enroll (under Participant)
• Type in “Archdiocese” or “90658” and click Search
• Click on the bubble next to Archdiocese of Los Angeles
- Congress and then click Save
• You have now completed your online rewards card registration AND your Community Contribution registration.
ENDOWMENT FUND
The Office of Religious Education has established an Endowment
Fund to support the ongoing training and formation of religious
education leaders particularly by making scholarships available
for catechetical leaders to pursue graduate studies. It is our hope
that every Director of Religious Education and Director of Youth
Ministry will be given the opportunity to receive a master’s degree
in Religious Education/Religious Studies. If you would like to contribute to this fund and be listed in the Congress Program Book as
a Benefactor, Donor, Sponsor or Friend, please send your donation
to the address below. In addition, there will be a collection for this
fund at the Saturday evening liturgies.
Benefactor
$1,000
Sponsor
$500
Donor
$100
Friend
$50
Please make your donation payable to: Religious Education
Endowment Fund.
Mail to: Sister Edith Prendergast, RSC
Office of Religious Education
PO Box 76955
Los Angeles, CA 90076-0955
On the web: A benefit of registering online at www.
RECongress.org allows you to put all
charges on a credit card. Both your
registration fees and any contribution
to the Endowment Fund can be charged
to your Visa, MasterCard or American
Express. And any contribution to the
Endowment Fund is tax-deductible.
REGISTER AT RECONGRESS.ORG BY CREDIT CARD – IT’S AS SIMPLE AS 1-2-3!
Review which workshops you would like to
attend. Then click the “Register” button on
the left of the home page or at the bottom.
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After including your contact information Simply pay with your MasterCard, Visa or
and mailing address, make your workshop American Express. You’re done, and you’ll
selections.
receive an e-mail confirmation.
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ANAHEIM AREA MAP
MARCH 12 (YOUTH DAY) & 13-15, 2015
ANAHEIM CONVENTION CENTER AREA HOTEL MAP
You can find additional maps and downloadable hotel information and updates to listings at www.RECongress.org/hotels. Be sure to
check our online interactive map showing hotel locations and pricing.
Don’t miss the new interactive hotel map
online at www.RECongress.org/hotels
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HOTEL LISTING
Find updates online at www.RECongress.org/hotels
MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS DIRECTLY WITH THE PROPERTIES
NOTE: We have negotiated special rates with the following properties. To get the quoted rates, be sure to inform the hotel that you are attending
the Religious Education Congress. Room availability is not guaranteed after dates indicated. The hotel room rate is subject to applicable state and
local taxes plus a resort fee in effect at the time of check-in. A portion of the room rate is used to offset Convention Center expenses.
ALL ADDRESSES (UNLESS NOTED)
ANAHEIM, CA 92802
PHONE
SINGLE
DOUBLE
TRIPLE
QUAD
SUITES
CHECK-IN
NOTES
ANAHEIM MARRIOTT (Headquarters Hotel)
700 W Convention Way
(714) 750-8000
$197
$197
$207
$207
Available
4:00 pm
50% off parking; rate good
through Feb. 19, 2015
ANABELLA HOTEL
1030 W Katella Ave
(714) 905-1050
ANAHEIM FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT
1460 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 772-6777
ANAHEIM HILTON
777 W Convention Way
(714) 750-4321
ANAHEIM INN (Best Western)
1630 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 774-1050
$116
$116
$116
ANAHEIM QUALITY INN & SUITES
1441 S Manchester Ave
(714) 991-8100
$90
$90
$90
CLARION ANAHEIM RESORT
616 W Convention Way
(714) 750-3131
$140.95 / $160.95
COURTYARD MARRIOTT ANAHEIM
2045 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 740-2645
$159
DESERT PALMS HOTEL & SUITES
631 W Katella Ave
(714) 535-1133
$151 / $172 / $193
$151 / $172 / $193
DISNEY’S PARADISE PIER HOTEL
1717 S Disneyland Dr
(714) 999-0990
$165
$165
DOUBLETREE SUITES ANAHEIM
2085 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 750-3000
HAMPTON INN & SUITES
11747 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove 92840
(714) 703-8800
$124
$124
HILTON GARDEN INN
11777 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove 92840
(714) 703-9100
$129
$129
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES
12867 Garden Grove Blvd,
Garden Grove 92843
(714) 530-3388
PARK PLACE INN (Best Western)
1544 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 776-4800
$116
$116
$116
PAVILIONS (Best Western)
1176 W Katella Ave
(714) 776-0140
$108
$108
$108
RAFFLES INN & SUITES (Best Western)
2040 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 750-6100
RED LION HOTEL
1850 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 750-2801
RESIDENCE INN ANAHEIM
11931 Harbor Blvd
Garden Grove 92840
(714) 591-4000
$129 / $159
SHERATON PARK HOTEL
1855 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 750-1811
$154 / $209
$154 / $209
STANFORD INN & SUITES
2171 S Harbor Blvd
(714) 703-1220
$106 / $143
$106 / $143
STOVALLS INN (Best Western)
1110 W Katella Ave
(714) 778-1880
$110
$110
$110
$110
WYNDHAM ANAHEIM GARDEN GROVE
(formerly Crowne Plaza)
12021 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove 92840
(714) 867-5555
$110
$110
$110
$110
$148 / $209
$144
$144
$144
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
$116
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
$90
3:00 pm
Comp. breakfast; free parking/
Internet; through Feb. 19
4:00 pm
$13 parking; rate good
through Feb. 19, 2015
4:00 pm
$14 parking; rate good
through Feb. 19, 2015
4:00 pm
WiFi; rate good through
February 19, 2015
3:00 pm
[email protected]
Rate through Feb. 19, 2015
All Suites
3:00 pm
$8 parking; rate good
through Feb. 19, 2015
All Suites
3:00 pm
Disc. $3 parking; rate good
through Feb. 19, 2015
3:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
3:00 pm
Free hot breakfast buffet;
free parking; rate good
through February 19, 2015
$116
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
$108
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
3:00 pm
Welcome reception; rate
good through Feb. 19
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
3:00 pm
Deluxe hot breakfast; WiFi;
rate good through Feb. 19
4:00 pm
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
4:00 pm
Comp. parking; free Internet;
rate good through Feb. 18
Available
Available
$159
$165
$139 / $159
$124
$102 / $112
$127 / $187
$147
$165
$139 / $159
$124
$147
All Suites
Available
$127 / $187
$147
$147
Available
Available
Available
Travel/Hotels
4:00 pm
$144
$197 / $202
$102 / $112
Rate good through
February 19, 2015
4:00 pm
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AIRLINE TRAVEL
MARCH 12 (YOUTH DAY) & 13-15, 2015
It’s time to book your
Airline Tickets
for the
2015 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS
Call and reserve your tickets early with the Official Travel Agency of Congress.
EXECUTOURS TRAVEL SERVICE
A MEMBER OF THE TZELL TRAVEL GROUP
1901 AVENUE OF THE STARS STE 460
LOS ANGELES, CA 90067
CALL AND ASK FOR THE CONGRESS DESK: 310-552-0786 (in California)
– or – 1-800-323-7004 (outside California)
FAX: 310-552-2622
E-MAIL: [email protected]
FAX FORM FOR THE 2015 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY OR TYPE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
Passenger Name(s):___________________________________________Gender: _____ Date of Birth: _____________
Passenger Name(s):___________________________________________Gender: _____ Date of Birth: _____________
*International Travelers Only – Passport Number: _____________________________________ Exp.: _____________
Billing Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
City: ___________________________________ State: ___________ ZIP Code: ______________________________
Home Phone:________________________ Work Phone: _________________________________________________
Fax Number:________________________ Cell Number: _________________________________________________
E-mail Address: __________________________________________________________________________________
Credit Card Number: ______________________________________________ Exp.: ___________________________
City of Departure:____________________ or Airport of Departure: _________________________________________
Date of Departure: __________________________________________________________Time: _________AM or PM
Date of Return: ____________________________________________________________Time: _________AM or PM
Frequent flyer number(s): ____________________________Seating preference: _______________________________
Car rental type (and preference of company, if you have one):_______________________________________________
Any special requests: _______________________________________________________________________________
CREDIT CARD HOLDER’S AUTHORIZATION:
In lieu of my credit card imprint, I, _____________________________________, hereby authorize EXECUTOURS TRAVEL
SERVICE to charge any transactions requested by me via telephone, fax or e-mail to my credit card listed above.
___________________________________
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NOTE: IDENTIFICATION IS REQUIRED. PLEASE PROVIDE BY FAXING US A PHOTOCOPY OF THE CREDIT CARD
(FRONT AND BACK) AND THE DRIVER’S LICENSE OF CARDHOLDER. THE TSA REQUIRES THAT ALL TRAVELERS’ NAMES MUST
MATCH GOVERNMENT ISSUED IDENTIFICATION, INCLUDING MIDDLE NAME OR INITIAL.
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CERTIFICATION
Earn extension semester hours and receive a transcript
from Loyola Marymount University for attending the
2015 Religious Education Congress
“See” / “Ver”
March 13-15, 2015
In cooperation with the Office of Religious Education at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles,
LOYOLA MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY offers the opportunity to earn professional development
(continuing education) credit for attending the Religious Education Congress, with two options:
To earn 1.0 unit (10 hours over two days):
• attend any six workshops (including keynote
addresses) and at least one major liturgy;
• write a 1-2 page reflection paper integrating
what you learned at the presentations.
• registration fee: $60
To earn 1.5 units (15 hours over three days):
• attend any eight workshops (including keynote
addresses) and at least two major liturgies;
• write a 2-3 page reflection paper integrating
what you learned at the presentations.
• registration fee: $90
To register, fill out the form below, and either FAX it or mail it to the address below.
• You may register by phone at 310-338-2799 or online at http://academics.lmu.edu/extension/
• You may also register at Congress; just come by the LMU Booth in the Exhibit Hall.
To receive credit, submit your paper (typed, double-spaced), along with a list of all the sessions you attended, on or
before March 30, 2015 (two weeks after Congress).
• Send your materials by e-mail ([email protected]), or FAX (310-338-2706), or regular mail to:
Center for Religion & Spirituality, 1 LMU Drive, Suite 1863, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659
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REGISTRATION FORM – LMU EXTENSION
RELX 870.01 / CRN 80487 – R.E. CONGRESS: Two Days (1.0 unit for $60)
RELX 871.01 / CRN 80488 – R.E. CONGRESS: Three Days (1.5 units for $90)
FULL NAME ____________________________________________________________________________________
Title
First
Middle
Last
Suffix
ADDRESS _____________________________________________________________________________________
CITY ________________________________________ STATE _________ ZIP CODE _________________________
PHONE ______________________________________ DATE OF BIRTH ___________________________________
Please submit this form along with the appropriate registration fee on or before March 16, 2015.
Make checks payable to “Loyola Marymount University,” or call to give credit card information for payment.
Center for Religion & Spirituality, 1 LMU Drive Suite 1863, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659 • 310-338-2799 • FAX 310-338-2706
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Registration
E-MAIL ________________________________________________________________________________________
CERTIFICATION
MOUNT SAINT MARY’S UNIVERSITY
Graduate Religious Studies Program
Doheny Campus, 10 Chester Place, Los Angeles, CA 90007
(213) 477-2640
FAX (213) 477-2649
WEB www.msmu.edu
CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR PASTORAL / CATECHETICAL MINISTRY
Mount Saint Mary’s University of Los Angles offers you one Continuing Education Unit (C.E.U.) for attending workshops and
Keynotes at the 2015 Los Angeles Religious Education Congress. This C.E.U. is recorded by the American Council on Education.
EARN ONE C.E.U. BY ATTENDING SEVEN
CONGRESS WORKSHOPS.*
EARN .8 C.E.U. BY ATTENDING FIVE
CONGRESS WORKSHOPS.*
a.
Earn .8 C.E.U. by attending five workshops.
Earn 1 C.E.U. for seven workshops. (0001)
b.
Earn 1 C.E.U. in any of these areas by attending
four of seven workshops in the desired area:
• Catechist recertification
(0002)
• Hispanic Ministry certification
(0003)
• Master Catechist recertification
(0004)
• Liturgical recertification
(0005)
• High School cert./recertification
(0006)
c.
To obtain one C.E.U. in any of the areas, 0002-0006,
four of the seven workshops must be related to the desired
area (4 of 5 for .8 C.E.U.).
1.
C.E.U. credit is awarded nationally for attendance at
conferences, seminars, workshops, and classes providing
adult-learning experiences.
2.
C.E.U. credit is used toward advancement in some professions or as proof of continuing education.
3.
C.E.U. credit is processed by Mount Saint Mary’s University and recorded by the American Council on Education
in Washington, D.C.
4.
C.E.U. credit offers proof of attendance for recertification
or certification credits as a religion teacher.
5.
The fee for either .8 C.E.U. or 1 C.E.U. is $35.00.
(non-refundable)
* All General Arena Keynotes (non-liturgies) also
count toward workshop credit.
NOTE: Mount St. Mary’s College becomes Mount Saint Mary’s University after January 1, 2015.
For info, please contact: Sonia Rosales • (213) 477-2640 • [email protected] ([email protected] after Jan 1, 2015)
Mount Saint Mary’s University
Continuing Education for Pastoral / Catechetical Ministry
Congress 2015
I wish to enroll for 1 Continuing Education Unit (1 C.E.U.)
I understand I must attend 7 workshops at the Los Angeles
Religious Education Congress to obtain this credit.
I wish to enroll for .8 Continuing Education Unit (.8 C.E.U.)
I understand I must attend 5 workshops at the Los Angeles
Religious Education Congress to obtain this credit.
Circle one:
0001
0002
0003
0004
0005
0006
Name ________________________________________ E-mail ________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________ City _______________________ State _____ ZIP ____________
Phone ______________________________ Date of Birth _________________ SS# _______________________________
Return to: Graduate Religious Studies
Mount Saint Mary’s University
10 Chester Place
Los Angeles, CA 90007
$35 enclosed (Check payable to Mount Saint Mary’s University)
No registration will be honored without accompanying payment.
LAST DAY TO REGISTER BY MAIL: March 7, 2015
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Religious Education Congress • March 12-15, 2015
MARCH 12 (YOUTH DAY) & 13-15, 2015
HOTEL FACILITIES/HOSPITALITY
We have always asked that everyone observe the rules and regulations of the hotels regarding food and beverages in their rooms.
Hotel regulations regarding food are as follows:
1. THE CITY OF ANAHEIM PROHIBITS THE USE
OF ANY TYPE OF COOKING APPLIANCES. This
includes microwave ovens, warming ovens, toasters or
any type of similar appliances.
2. FOOD AND BEVERAGES – OTHER THAN THOSE
PROVIDED BY HOTEL CATERING DEPARTMENTS – ARE FORBIDDEN IN ROOMS. Notices
will be filed with the management if anything is found
in the rooms by housekeeping personnel. Hotel management will take appropriate action.
Knowing that many parishes do provide hospitality for their
people, we have contacted the catering managers of all major
hotels, and they have agreed to work very closely with us in
providing a variety of reasonably priced food and beverages.
They can also set up banquets in their meeting rooms, as well.
For your convenience, we have listed the contact person at some
of these facilities.
BANQUET / CATERING CONTACTS ONLY
DOUBLETREE: Deborah Fisher
(714) 383-7020
HILTON:
Debbie Igna
(714) 740-4258
MARRIOTT:
Bernadette Chute
(714) 748-2431
SHERATON:
Melissa Ponce
(714) 740-4190
CONVENTION CENTER POLICIES
The following regulations have been given to the Congress
Office regarding policies. PLEASE, PAY ATTENTION TO
THESE POLICIES, AS THEY WILL BE ENFORCED BY THE
CONVENTION CENTER.
1.
No camping or picnicking on the Convention Center
Parking lots.
2.
No free distribution or selling of food and beverages by
private organizations, exhibitors or individuals.
This is a violation of the Convention Center’s contract giving
exclusive rights to Aramark Food Service, Inc. and Orange
County Board of Health regulations.
NOTE: Cars will be ticketed if backed into designated headin spaces. CARS WILL BE TOWED FROM RESTRICTED
AREAS.
MESSAGE CENTER
If family or friends need to contact you during Congress, they
may do so from 9 am to 6 pm by phoning (714) 765-8883 or
(714) 765-8884 and leaving a message. You may also leave a
message for friends you wish to contact.
WORKSHOP RECORDING
Many of the Congress workshops will be recorded by CSC Digital Media. Individual audio/video recording is not allowed.
Further information about ordering audio CDs can be found
online at www.RECongress.org/tapes.htm. An order form and
contact information will be printed in the Program Book.
SERVICES FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
We will make every effort to assure that Congress 2015 is accessible to Deaf and Hard of Hearing persons. Please let us know
if you have need of interpreters or Assistive Listening Devices
by filling out the Request Form on the next page.
We encourage you to contact the Religious Education Congress
staff by February 14, 2015, at (213) 637-7348 to be sure your
request has been received. The Closing Liturgy on Sunday will
be interpreted. Special seating for all deaf community members
is located near the front right of the Arena floor. If you would
like another Mass interpreted, you may request an interpreter
upon your arrival.
If you wish to add, drop or change a request AFTER you arrive, ask Interpreting Services, located just outside Congress
Headquarters (AR-1), in the Arena Lobby area. While we can
accommodate most requests for last-minute changes, we cannot
guarantee an interpreter will be available.
PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
The Religious Education Congress Committee wants you to
enjoy your Congress experience and offers the following options:
• It is our desire to meet the needs of all those requiring assistance. If you need an attendant to accompany you, we ask
that only one attendant accompany you to workshops and
other Congress events. If an attendant is to accompany you,
it is important to mail your registration – along with your
attendant’s – in the same envelope with a note explaining
that both need to be registered in the same workshops. It is
essential that you register by January 23, 2015.
• The distances between the Convention Center and surrounding hotels are quite large. However, the Convention Center
has a free shuttle service to Convention Center buildings. If
you would like to be scheduled for Convention Center-only
workshops, please include a note with your registration card.
• NOTE: The Convention Center does not provide wheelchairs.
Please contact Alpha Drugs Pharmacy at either of their two
locations in Anaheim: 1240 S. Magnolia, (714) 220-0373;
or 515 S. Beach Blvd., (714) 821-8959.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your ability to
attend or enjoy RECongress due to handicap access or mobility
concerns, please feel free to contact Rob Williams at [email protected] RECongress’ Mobility Team will be
available to help with wheelchair transport, special seating and
any access issues within Congress. At Congress you can find
the Mobility Team located just outside Congress Headquarters
(AR-1), in the Arena Lobby area.
Register online at www.RECongress.org • Facebook: RECongress • Twitter: LACongress
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PARKING
The parking fee at the Anaheim Convention Center is $15 each
time you drive in. NO PARKING PASSES will be available,
and NO OVERNIGHT PARKING is permitted. Camping and
picnicking are NOT allowed.
INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION FORM
DO . . .
1. Affix address label on Registration Form (inside back cover). If
address label is not correct, fill out registration card completely.
Please be sure to clearly PRINT your Name, Address, ZIP Code,
Phone Number and Email. A confirmation of registration will be
sent to all those providing a valid email address.
2. Enclose correct amount in check/money order (U.S. dollars only).
3. Make checks payable to: Religious Education Congress (REC).
4. Be sure to SIGN YOUR CHECK.
5. Register by credit card online at www.RECongress.org.
6. Registration is available on-site during the Congress weekend.
PLEASE . . .
1.
2.
3.
4.
DO NOT make copies of the Registration Form.
DO NOT register two people on one form.
DO NOT mail registrations after Feburary 25, 2015.
DO NOT clip or staple your check to the registration form.
REMEMBER
MARCH 12 (YOUTH DAY) & 13-15, 2015
LA FORMA DE INSCRIPCIÓN
SÍ . . .
1. Pegue la etiqueta con su dirección en la sección designada. Si la
dirección no está correcta, favor de llenar la forma de inscripción
totalmente. Por favor incluya su nombre, dirección, zona postal y
número de teléfono y correo electrónico.
2. Adjunte la cantidad correcta de dinero (U.S.).
3. Haga su cheque pagadero a: Religious Education Congress (REC).
4. FIRME SU CHEQUE.
5. Se aceptan tarjetas de crédito en linea en www.RECongress.org
6. Inscripciones estarán disponibles durante el fin de semana del Congreso.
POR FAVOR . . .
1.
2.
3.
4.
NO reproduzca la tarjeta de inscripción.
NO inscriba a dos personas en una tarjeta.
NO envie su registración después del 25 de febrero, 2015.
NO asegure ni engrape su cheque a la tarjeta de inscripción.
RECUERDE
1. Registration fee: $70. Postmarked after January 23, 2015 is $80.
2. Refunds are made, less a $30 processing fee per person. Refunds
must be requested in writing and postmarked by January 23, 2015.
There are NO REFUNDS after this date.
3. If you have not mailed in your registration by February 25, 2015
please register on line at: www.recongress.org.
4. Online registration remains open through March 15, 2015. If you
register online after February 25, 2015 you will receive a bar code
along with your confirmation. Bring your bar code with you to
Congress and print your tickets at one of the convenient kiosks at
the on-site Registration Area.
5. TICKETS will be mailed after JANUARY 1 2015. READ ALL
MATERIALS THAT ARE SENT WITH TICKETS.
6. Replacement tickets cost: $30.
7. You must present a printed ticket at workshops. Photographed tickets
(via smartphone, iPad or tablet) or photocopies are NOT acceptable.
1. LA CUOTA ES $70 (U.S.). Después del 23 de enero, 2015 será $80.
2. No habrá devolución de cuota después del 23 de enero, 2015. Se
cobraran $30, por persona, si cancela su inscripción. (Para pedir
reembolso es necesario hacerlo por escrito por la fecha.)
3. Si recibimos su forma de inscripción después del 25 de febrero, se
procesará pero usted no recibirá los boletos por correo. Los boletos
se le entregaran solamente a la persona que se registró y necesitará
presentar identificación en el Centro de Convenciones.
4. La registración en línea permanecerá abierta hasta el 15 de marzo del
2015. Si se registra en línea después del 25 de febrero, recibirá un
código con su confirmación. Traiga su código al Congreso e imprima
sus boletos en uno de los quioscos en la área de registración.
5. LOS BOLETOS se enviarán por correo después del 1 de enero,
2015. LEA TODO EL MATERIAL QUE SE LE ENVIA con los
boletos, y recoja su libro de programa en la casilla de programas.
6. El costo para reemplazar boletos es de $30.
7. Debera enseñar un boleto para entrar a los talleres. Boletos fotografiados (smartfone, iPad o tablet) y/o fotocopiados NO son aceptables.
ONSITE REGISTRATION/PROGRAM BOOK PICK-UP
INSCRIPCIÓN/RECOJA SU LIBRO DE PROGRAMA
Get a “jump start” on Congress! Register or pick up your Congress
Program Book and badge holder beginning Thursday, March 12,
from 5:30 pm until 8:30 pm. Already registered? Bring your Congress
workshop tickets with you to pick up your Program Book.
REMINDER: Congress is an adult/young adult-ONLY event. All
workshops are directed to these age groups. If you bring your
child(ren), you MUST register them and they must accompany
you. It is your sole responsibility to ensure that they do not disturb the other attendees.
Registrar o recoja su libro y porta acreditaciones a partir del día jueves
12 de marzo, por la noche desde las 5:30 pm hasta las 8:30 pm en el
área de la Prefunciones del Centro de Convenciones. Ya se ha registrado?
Traiga sus entradas taller Congreso con usted para recoger su libro.
El Congreso es un evento de educación religiosa para adultos/
jóvenes adultos SOLAMENTE. Todos los talleres son dirigidos
a estos grupos. Si usted debe traer a su niño/s, ellos deben ser
registrados y deben estar acompañados. Le pedimos hacerse
responsable de ellos para evitar distracciones a otros delegados.
REQUEST FORM FOR SERVICES FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING PERSONS
The Religious Education Congress staff will make every effort to assure that Congress 2015 is accessible to the Deaf or Hard
of Hearing person. For those who would like to request an interpreter or use of Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs):
Please fill out and include this form along with your registration.
SERVICES
What services do you need?
Sign Interpreter
Oral Interpreter
ALD
WORKSHOPS
I plan on attending the following periods (circle all that apply):
FRI: 1
2
3
SAT: 4
5
6
SUN: 7
8
Name: ____________________________________________ City/State: _________________________________________
Email: ____________________________________________ Cell/Phone: ________________________________________
CHANGING REQUESTS
If you wish to add or change a request AFTER you arrive at Congress, check with Interpreting Services, located outside AR-1,
in the Arena Lobby. While we can accommodate most last-minute requests, we cannot guarantee an interpreter will be available.
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